Child keeps coughing with phlegm, how to treat

Patient's question:

Coughing continuously, fever, runny nose, with phlegm
Yesterday morning, past treatment and effectiveness: IV drip, used Amoxicillin and many anti-inflammatory drugs, also oral Beile oral liquid
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Doctor's answer:

It is best to take antibiotics orally. If oral medication is not effective, it is recommended to administer intravenous anti-inflammatory treatment. This is because intravenous medication results in higher blood drug concentrations, leading to faster and more effective relief. If there is phlegm, you can try taking Xianzhu Lì orally.
Survival Care: After a baby has a cold, coughing is usually mild. In most cases, this is due to upper respiratory tract infection, lung infection, or laryngeal mucosal inflammation, which irritates the peripheral nerve receptors, causing coughing. Therefore, parents should pay attention to the following aspects when caring for the baby:
1. Drink small amounts of water frequently. The water temperature should not be too hot to avoid irritating the throat.
2. During severe coughing, it is best to hold the baby upright, with their upper body at a 45-degree angle. At the same time, gently pat the baby's back to help loosen the secretions stuck in the trachea, making it easier for them to cough out.
3. Maintain a consistent room temperature. Temperature and air quality are very important. The room temperature should ideally be kept between 20-26°C, with regular ventilation. The indoor humidity should be between 50%–70%, which helps dissolve phlegm and facilitates coughing. Dry air can cause phlegm to stick to the tracheal walls, making it difficult to expel.
4. If the baby coughs severely at night, slightly elevate their pillow to reduce the impact of stomach acid reflux on the throat.