Why does my aunt have a cough and cold symptoms?

Question

Hello doctor,

My aunty has a cough and cold. She has been sick for a while. Could it be something more serious, like a respiratory disease? I read somewhere that a virus can cause pneumonia, so I am worried. Should she take medicine? How do we know if it is just a cold or something worse? Is there any research that can tell us more about it? I am not sure what to do if her symptoms get worse.

Please help.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I went through your query.

She is experiencing a lower respiratory tract infection, so I suggest you give her the medications listed below.

1. Amoxiclav (Amoxicillin) 625 mg: 1 tablet twice daily.

2. Fexofenadine (antihistamine) 120 mg: 1 tablet twice daily.

3. Pantoprazole (antacid) 40 mg: 1 tablet once daily.

Continue this regimen for three days. If symptoms persist, the treatment can be extended for up to five days.

Kindly consult a specialist, talk with them, and take medications with their consent.

I hope this helps.

Thanks and regards.