Suggest treatment for persistent cough
Patient: i have three yr old son, of late he is having frequent cough problem. During the day his coughing is not much but moment he sleeps in the night, he gets up coughing leading to removal of sticky and slimy cough, it is only after that he is able to sleep properly. can u pl help me with probable reason for this ? When he was taken to local peadatrician for recurrent cough we were advised to give him ascoril as and when such cough episodes occur. Is is safe/proper to provide medication as suggested by peadatrician Doctor: Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.You have not mentioned which ascoril you are using , is it ascoril + expectorant , Ascoril-D or Ascoril-C syrup . It is safe to use Ascoril in prescribed doses.Based on little history provided by you , your child may be suffering allergic cough ( nighttime )  a trial of Montelukast and Bambuterol  or inhalation bronco-dilator with nhalation steroid can be tried after discussing with your doctor  to see the response .Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us.Wishing  your son good health.•     DISCLAIMER: - All the information provided here is for information purpose only   , it is not a substitute for the advice of a physician after physical examination , it is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor. This information in no way establishes a doctor-patient relationship. Before acting anything based on this information do consult your doctor. I  recommend that online users seek the advice of a physician who can perform an in-person physical examination