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Cough and cold in postpartum
I am a breast feeding mother of my 3months old baby, though she is in combination feed. I am having a bad cough and cold, headache and runny nose. Please suggest what medicines can I take that won't affect my baby in any way.
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Tab cefixime 200mg one morning and one evening for 5days.
Dextromethorphan lozenges one every 8 hours for 5 days.
Tab cetrizine 5mg one morning and one evening for 5days.
Tab paracetamol 500mg one, when headache occurs.
Do hot saline gargles
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Supposing the symptoms have not been for more than 4 to 5 days, with not predominat yellowish or other discolored sputum you can go for symptomatic treatment with
-T. PARACETAMOL 500 mg 2 to 3 times a day till symptomatic relief
-T. LEVOCETRIZINE 5mg every night after food for 3 days
-If there is cough with sputum you can go for SYRUP ASCORIL EXPECTORANT 10ml morning and night after food for 3 to 5 days, if cough is dry not with sputum, use SYRUP ASCORIL D instead
-Have steam inhalation three times a day and also go for hot water gargles, avoid chilled items
If you have symptoms for more more number of days, Sputum which is more yellowish in colour or any other discolouration, severe symptoms,
-You can also start with T. TAXIM O 200 mg one tablet morning and one at night after food for 3 to 5 days
-T. PANTOP 40mg once a day 30 mins before food
If using multiple paracetamol a days, or taking T. TAXIM O
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Hello, I am Dr. Romain Rajan, General Physician. Your case has been allotted to me.
I understand your concern having a cough, cold, headache, and runny nose while breastfeeding is common, and it is important to choose medicines that are safe for both you and your baby.
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Advices
⢠Drink plenty of warm fluids such as water, soups, and herbal teas to stay hydrated and loosen mucus
⢠Rest as much as possible and maintain good nutrition to support your recovery and milk production
⢠Use saline nasal drops or sprays to relieve nasal congestion safely
⢠Steam inhalation can help reduce nasal blockage and soothe the throat
What to Monitor
⢠Note the pattern of your fever, cough, and runny nose
⢠Watch for difficulty in breathing, high fever, or worsening headache
⢠Observe if your milk supply changes or if your baby shows any unusual symptoms
Management
You may take paracetamol for fever and headache as it is safe during breastfeeding. Mild cough syrups that contain only simple expectorants or dextromethorphan can be used if needed. Avoid medicines with codeine, aspirin, or strong decongestants without doctor guidance. Symptomatic relief and supportive care are usually sufficient for viral infections.
When to Consult a Doctor Immediately
⢠Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
⢠High or persistent fever for more than three to four days
⢠Severe headache, facial pain, or worsening cough with green or yellow mucus
Every patient situation is unique. For accurate diagnosis and safe medicine selection while breastfeeding, it is important to discuss your symptoms and medical history in detail.
You can reach out to me directly for this case and also connect with me in future for any medical consultation. I am available on Practo or on WhatsApp at 85271646 seven seven for a one-on-one consultation where you will receive:
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Take care wishing you and your baby good health
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Dr. Romain Rajan
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You can take paracetamol for fever.
Cough lozenges which are honey based may be taken
Take Vit C once daily
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Cefexim 200 two times a day after food for 3to5 days. Zerodol sp3 times a day after food for 3to5 days.
Montek lc one at night for five days. Cough type???????
Dry
Girilinctus syr
Wet
Ambrodil s syr
5 ml twice n 10ml at night.
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Please book consultation for prescription and details
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u can take a plain pcm 500mg twice a day . also take could steam inhalation . if any more assistance needed kindly consult
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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10 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Sajid Ali
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
Grilinctus syrup
Levo m tab
Ibu tab
Avoid cold beverages
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Urti
Steam inhalation
Salt water gargling
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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