Suggest Treatment For Severe Cough And Cold

Posted on Thu, 10 Nov 2016

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Question : I am suffering from severe cough and cold. My nostrils are blocked. I have dust allergy.

Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (10 hours later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query.

1. Use OTC nasal decongestant drops (0.1% Xylometazoline such as Otrivin) for immediate relief from nasal blockage. Use 3-4 drops per nostril twice a day but not for more than 3 to 5 days in a row. You can also use once if required.

2. get your nose examined and request a prescription with anti-histamines, mucolyics and cough supressants (such as dextromethorphan or noscapine). These will require a prescription. Take steam inhalation.

3. When you are better, get allergy tests done t confirm dust allergy. Measures to avoid exposure to dust and dust mites need to be discussed after this.

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