Patient's question:
The baby had a fever and runny nose on Friday, along with sneezing. Then, in the middle of the night, it developed coughing.Previous treatment and effectiveness:
The baby was given Xiao'er Qingfei Liangxue Koufuye (Children's Clear Lung and Cool Blood Oral Liquid) and Yanning Granules, but the cough became severe in the late night, causing poor sleep throughout the night. On the third day, the baby was taken to the hospital, where the doctor prescribed Dihydrobrompheniramine Hydrobromide Syrup, Salbutamol Sulfate Tablets, and Ketotifen Tablets.
Desired assistance:
I would like to ask if the following dosage regimen is appropriate:
- Dihydrobrompheniramine Hydrobromide Syrup: 3 mL, three times a day
- Salbutamol Sulfate Tablets: 1.2 mg, three times a day
- Ketotifen Tablets: 0.5 mg, two times a day
- Yanning Granules: half a pack, morning and evening
- Xiao'er Qingfei Liangxue Koufuye: discontinue use
Could you please confirm if this medication regimen is suitable for the child? Are there any potential side effects? Can these medications be safely taken by a child who is over three years old?
Doctor's answer:
From what you mentioned, it is generally likely to be a high fever with upper respiratory infection. It may be caused by factors such as improper diet and daily routines. Commonly used medications include Children's Paracetamol and Chlorpheniramine Granules, Children's Cough and Asthma Oral Liquid, and cephalosporin antibiotics. If the conventional treatment is not effective, it is recommended that you take your child to the hospital for a blood test to confirm a reasonable diagnosis plan.