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Suggest Treatment For Cough With Yellow And Green Phlegm In A Child

Hi, What is the best home remedy or over the counter for a six year old child that has had a bad cough with yellow & green phelm. I have taken her to the doctor which prescribed azithromycin for 5 days and a cough medicine with codeine in it. It s been 8 days now. And it doesn t seem to be working!!!! Any suggestions? THANKS
Wed, 27 Apr 2016
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query your child have symptoms of cough with yellow and green phlegm . It seems due to poor immunity of body you are highly susceptible and prone to infections.The infection is probably a strep throat. I would suggest you to start with course of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs.You should avoid hot, sharp and spicy foods .For now take rest. Avoid taking cold beverages. You should take mast cell stabilizers to prevent from infection. I would suggest you to consult pediatrician without any delay . Doctor may order blood test , throat swab test. You should get an x ray of the chest. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics amoxicillin at least for 10 days along with mucolytic agents.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Cough With Yellow And Green Phlegm In A Child

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query your child have symptoms of cough with yellow and green phlegm . It seems due to poor immunity of body you are highly susceptible and prone to infections.The infection is probably a strep throat. I would suggest you to start with course of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs.You should avoid hot, sharp and spicy foods .For now take rest. Avoid taking cold beverages. You should take mast cell stabilizers to prevent from infection. I would suggest you to consult pediatrician without any delay . Doctor may order blood test , throat swab test. You should get an x ray of the chest. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics amoxicillin at least for 10 days along with mucolytic agents. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari