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Budecort for 3 months to 6 year old kid
Can we give budecort inhaler for 3 months to 6 year old kid having persistent cough issue for last 3-4 years. This has been suggested by my new doctor. Earlier doctor just give 1 month course but again problem of cough comes after 1-2 months. This new doctor said give for 3 months at least 2 puffs a day. Is it safe to do so?
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not advisable to give just budecort alone
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Budecort is not the sole treatment for cough.
Give relevant history and take online consultation for better evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Sivaraj Karri
Pulmonologist
10 yrs exp
Kakinada
Better to take a combination
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Dr. Fatima Mamnoon
Pulmonologist
13 yrs exp
New Delhi
Budecort is not working alone ...so the kid will need combination inhaler. please consult a nearby Pulmonologist for guidance
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