How to relieve pneumonia cough in children

Pneumonia cough in children is mainly an inflammatory response after bacterial infection. The appropriate treatment method needs to be selected based on the severity of the cough. Commonly used treatments include general treatment, drug treatment, nebulizer inhalation treatment, etc.

Treatment of pneumonia cough in children:

1. General treatment: Drinking more water can moisten the airway and promote the discharge of sputum. At the same time, pay attention to the patient's personal hygiene, wash hands frequently, open windows for ventilation frequently, and avoid crowded places such as shopping malls and supermarkets.

2. Drug treatment: When the cough is obvious, you can use antitussive drugs as prescribed by the doctor, such as compound dextromethorphan hydrobromide syrup, pentoxyverine ammonium chloride syrup, etc.; if accompanied by inflammatory reaction, it should be combined with antibiotic drug treatment, such as cefixime granules, amoxicillin granules, etc.

3. Nebulizer inhalation therapy: It has the effect of relieving cough and reducing phlegm. When oral medications are not effective, you can go to a regular institution for treatment with this treatment method. Commonly used drugs include budesonide suspension for inhalation, compound ipratropium bromide for inhalation, etc.

Precautions for children with pneumonia and cough:

In daily life, we should pay attention to personal care, which can promote recovery from illness. Drink more water to keep the throat moist; avoid exposure to secondhand smoke or crowded indoor places.