What medicine is best for sore throat and cough
Recently, sore throats and cough have become popular health topics, especially during the alternation of seasons or the high incidence of influenza, where many people are troubled by such symptoms. This article will combine the hot contents of the entire network for the past 10 days to structure the drug recommendations for sore throat and cough, and provide scientific response plans.
1. Common causes of sore throat and cough
According to recent search data, the main causes of sore throat cough include:
| reason | Percentage | Typical Symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| Viral cold | 45% | Dry throat, low fever, muscle aches |
| Bacterial infection | 30% | Pimple, high fever, redness and swelling of tonsills |
| Allergic reactions | 15% | Sudden itchy cough, no fever |
| Environmental stimulation | 10% | Dry cough, no other systemic symptoms |
2. List of recommended drugs (categorized by symptoms)
Combining the authoritative medical platform and pharmacist suggestions, the following are references for symptomatic medication:
| Symptom Types | Recommended Western medicine | Recommended Chinese patent medicines | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry cough without phlegm | Delmeshafin | Sichuan Loquat Dew | Antimicrobial drugs are prohibited when there is too much phlegm |
| Cough yellow pus sputum | Amoxicillin (medical order required) | Lianhua Qingwen Capsules | Confirm that there is no penicillin allergy |
| Burning throat | ibuprofen (pain relief) | Silver yellow tablets | Avoid spicy diets |
| Allergy-related | Loratadin | Fangfeng Tongsheng Pills | Stay away from allergens |
3. The recent hot searches for auxiliary therapy
According to the popularity monitoring of social platforms, the following natural treatments are highly concerned:
| method | Popularity index | Specific operations |
|---|---|---|
| Steamed oranges with salt | ★★★☆☆ | Cut the top of the orange and steam it for 15 minutes |
| Honey water | ★★★★☆ | Brew pure honey in warm water (disabled under 1 year old) |
| Luohan Fruit Tea | ★★☆☆☆ | 1/4 of Luohan fruit soaked in 500ml of water |
4. Precautions for medication use
1.Principles of antibiotic use: Only bacterial infections are required, viral colds are ineffective, and abuse may lead to drug resistance.
2.Drug interactions: Cough relieving drugs (such as dextromethorphan) should not be taken together with expectorants, as they may block the airway.
3.Special group of people: Pregnant women should use pseudoephedrine-containing drugs with caution, and children should choose special dosage forms.
4.Indications for medical treatment: If the following conditions occur, you should seek medical treatment immediately: persistent high fever for more than 3 days, difficulty breathing, blood in the sputum, and obvious swollen neck lymph nodes.
V. Preventive measures and suggestions
According to the latest tips of the CDC:
• Maintain ingestion of 1500-2000ml of warm water per day
• The indoor humidity is maintained at 40%-60%
• Vaccination before the flu season
• Wearing masks in accordance with regulations in public places
Note: The drugs described in this article need to be used under the guidance of a physician or pharmacist, and individual differences may lead to different efficacy. If the symptoms continue to worsen, please go to a regular medical institution for treatment in time.
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