Suggest Treatment For Dry Cough

Posted on Wed, 28 Jan 2015

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Question : Hi Doctor

Good Morning

I am 33 years and am some dry cough from last couple of days, with no other problem of cold/fever etc.
I have arrived London last week and it is very cold here and caught some cough here.

I am having CIPMOX 500, CHESTON COLD, and SUALIN Tablets with me.
What medicine should I take, please consult. I can also buy any syrup/medicine from pharmacy if these are not good enough.

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Answered by Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Antihistamine and gargles will help.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing your query.
It seems that your symptoms are due to common cold and you need an antihistamine for relief from dry cough.
From the list of medicines you have mentioned, Cheston Cold contains antihistamine. You can take it for relief.
Warm saline gargles will also help.
I hope this is helpful to you. If you have any further query, I will be happy to help.
Thanks.

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