If your cold and cough have lasted more than 3 days and anti-allergy medicines are not helping, it may be due to a viral infection rather than an allergy. You can try simple measures like warm fluids, steam inhalation, saltwater gargles, and adequate rest. For relief, a cough syrup (dry or productive, depending on your cough) may help. If symptoms persist beyond 5-7 days or worsen, consult a doctor as you may need further evaluation or treatment.

For breathing difficulties triggered by dust and smoke, you likely need a combination of medications. Daily antihistamines (such as Cetirizine) can control allergy symptoms, but for breathing tightness, a doctor may prescribe a quick-relief bronchodilator inhaler (like Albuterol) to open your airways. If symptoms are frequent, a daily controller corticosteroid inhaler may be necessary. Because breathing difficulty can indicate asthma, it is crucial to consult a physician or pulmonologist for a proper diagnosis and personalized prescription. Please avoid self-medicating, and try to wear an N95 mask when exposed to dust or smoke.

While there is no permanent cure for environmental allergies, they can be highly managed. For daily relief from sneezing and runny nose, daily non-drowsy antihistamines like Cetirizine or Loratadine are very effective. For persistent symptoms, a corticosteroid nasal spray like Fluticasone helps reduce long-term inflammation. If you have a chronic cough, a doctor might evaluate you for asthma and suggest a bronchodilator inhaler. Managing your triggers by wearing sunglasses outdoors, using dust covers, and avoiding smoke is also key. Please consult a healthcare professional to create a safe, personalized treatment plan.

A mild cough and cold are usually due to a viral infection and often settle on their own. Cetzine may help if your symptoms are due to an allergy, such as sneezing or a runny nose, but it does not treat cough directly. You can also take rest, drink warm fluids, and try steam inhalation for relief. Avoid taking medicines unnecessarily if symptoms are mild. If the problem continues or worsens, consult a doctor for proper advice.

For her cold, she can take paracetamol to relieve body aches or mild fever, and cetirizine for a runny nose. For the loose motion, the most crucial step is preventing dehydration by drinking Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) dissolved in clean water. She can also take racecadotril to help control the diarrhea. Encourage her to rest, drink plenty of fluids, and eat bland foods like rice, bananas, and toast. Please avoid dairy and spicy meals. If she experiences a high fever, severe abdominal pain, or blood in her stool, please consult a healthcare professional. Otherwise, these symptoms are common and typically resolve with hydration and rest.