Cough Questions (Page 6)

Robitussin - Can an eight year old take ribitussin?

My child is 8 and weighs 65lbs. The over the counter meds are not getting it at night. She can't rest.

Is it safe to give a two year old benadryl and hylands cough and old?

Can I take Mucinex along with Amoxicillin to treat my congestive cough?

I have been coughing for about a week and I would like to reduce the phlegm in my system.

Tessalon - Is there another Rx tablet which can be used as a substitute to benzonatate 200 mg.?

... capsules? I am a senior and part D Medicare does not include benzonatate for coughs. My cough is from scar tissue in the lungs, not a cold. I'm looking for a substitute on my health ins. formulary. Medicare denied me after I sent an appeal. The Rx is $135. Per month! I am on a SS fixed... read more

Hashimoto's Disease - What, if any, are the risks with having a sore throat with hashimotos?

I have a cough with a very sore throat, it feels like its hard to breathe, my neck feels tight and the more I cough the tighter it seems to be getting - problem is, I suffer from hashimotos thyroiditis. Should I be alarmed? Do I need to go to the doctor?

I was prescribed 50mg of prednisone for a cough. Do I have asthma??

So yes I was prescribed for these pill because of my dry cough he said I have bronchitis, a day later I walk down to my friends for swimming and I show her mum Caroline the pills she immediately says there for asthma she said she takes them when her inhaler does not work does anyone thing I have... read more

Chronic cough lisinopril and atorvastatin?

In June my doctor prescribed metformin (750mg), atorvastatin (10mg) and lisinopril (2.5mg). It is now October and I have developed a debilitating chronic cough. Literature I've read points to both lisinopril and atorvastatin as causes. Are there alternatives I can take to eliminate the cough?

Post nasal drip for 3 months?

I've been having a post nasal drip for about 3 months now. I have a cough in the morning and the mucus normally comes out clear or cloudy. I feel fine otherwise, but I'm just concerned with the duration I've had this for. Is there an underlying condition causing this?

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - Are there any over the counter medications for COPD?

Liquid (cough syrup), capsule, pill - all non-prescription

Does Lithium cause issues with a dry cough?

I just started taking Lithium and so far it is the best drug I've been on for Bipolar. The only side effect I seem to be experiencing is a dry cough. I do have a dry mouth and throat as well. I do not want to discontinue the drug as it has been the best one I've been on after many years... read more

The Do's and Don'ts of Cough and Cold Medicines

What are symptoms of high blood pressure?

I have had a severe headache for 12 hours and have taken four, 650mg Tylenol during this time with no relief. Also, I have developed a hacking, dry cough.

Promethazine - does discontinuing use cause insomnia?

I took promethazine 6.25 mg oral cough syrup for ten days, mostly 2 ml per night, using the oral syringe. I stopped taking it a few days ago and noticed a severe bout of insomnia. Will this wear off soon? Has anyone else experienced this? The pharmacist assured me it should be out of my system in... read more

Is benzonatate a antibiotic?

What causes a metallic taste in my mouth when I am sick?

I have a bad metallic taste in my mouth I also have bad cough should I be worried about the metallic taste in my mouth