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How Can A Cough With Throat Soreness And Be Treated?

Hi my 2 year old son has a bad cough and sore throat. I took him to his doctor 4 days ago and he prescribed amoxicylin. Ive been giving him 2 doses of 10ml since then but his cough has worsened and he wont eat for me. what can I do? Should i take him back to his doctor?
Wed, 30 Jul 2014
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Hello
thanks for using health care magic

Normally after 4 days of treatment, they should be some
relieve in his general state but cough could persist
( but mild ) for a little more days.

In my routine practice, i give amoxicillin trice daily.
The cough might become more cracking and not implying that
it is worsening but since you say he won't eat, it is likely
it is worsening and the amoxicillin is likely not working or not being
given at the right dose.

Another drug that could be added is azithromycin 250mg suspension
to be taken once daily for three days. It could offer better outcome.

Best regards
Dr Achuo
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How Can A Cough With Throat Soreness And Be Treated?

Hello thanks for using health care magic Normally after 4 days of treatment, they should be some relieve in his general state but cough could persist ( but mild ) for a little more days. In my routine practice, i give amoxicillin trice daily. The cough might become more cracking and not implying that it is worsening but since you say he won t eat, it is likely it is worsening and the amoxicillin is likely not working or not being given at the right dose. Another drug that could be added is azithromycin 250mg suspension to be taken once daily for three days. It could offer better outcome. Best regards Dr Achuo