Is oseltamivir effective for children with cough and phlegm?

Is oseltamivir effective for children with cough and phlegm?

1. Oseltamivir refers to oseltamivir phosphate. Whether oseltamivir phosphate is effective for children's cough and sputum depends mainly on the cause. If it is a viral infectious disease, it is generally effective. If it is a bacterial infection or allergic disease, it is generally useless.

2. Children with cough and phlegm may be caused by viral infection, such as influenza, viral pneumonia, etc. Doctors can guide them to take oseltamivir phosphate, which is a more commonly used antiviral drug that can inhibit viral replication in the body, promote recovery, and thus relieve symptoms. However, cough and phlegm medicines are usually also needed, such as ambroxol hydrochloride oral solution, children's cough syrup, etc.

3. Symptoms may also be caused by other reasons, such as bacterial infection or allergic diseases, which are mainly treated with antibacterial and anti-allergic treatments. However, oseltamivir phosphate cannot play an antibacterial or anti-allergic role, so it has no obvious effect.

4. It is recommended that children go to the hospital for treatment when they experience any discomfort, cooperate with the doctor to find out the cause, and use targeted medications instead of taking medications at will.