My friend has lost her sense of taste and smell for 4 to 5 days, and is feeling weak with a mild headache and sore throat; since she has already taken Azithromycin, Crocin, Citrixen, and Rexcof DX cough syrup, what is the correct medication she should take, and what steps should we take next? | Apollo Pharmacy

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My friend has lost her sense of taste and smell for 4 to 5 days, and is feeling weak with a mild headache and sore throat; since she has already taken Azithromycin, Crocin, Citrixen, and Rexcof DX cough syrup, what is the correct medication she should take, and what steps should we take next?

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My friend has lost her sense of taste and smell for 4 to 5 days, and is feeling weak with a mild headache and sore throat; since she has already taken Azithromycin, Crocin, Citrixen, and Rexcof DX cough syrup, what is the correct medication she should take, and what steps should we take next?

Asked by Female, 24 · 25 days ago

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

25 days ago

Her symptoms, especially the sudden loss of taste and smell, suggest a viral infection such as COVID-19. Please reassure her that she can recover well with rest. She should stop taking the antibiotic azithromycin unless specifically prescribed by a doctor, as antibiotics do not fight viruses. She may continue paracetamol (Crocin) for pain relief and cetirizine (Citrixen) for throat discomfort as needed. The best next steps are for her to isolate, stay well-hydrated, rest, and get a COVID-19 test. Please consult a doctor online or in person for a proper clinical evaluation.

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My friend has lost her sense of taste and smell for 4 to 5 days, and is feeling weak with a mild headache and sore throat; since she has already taken Azithromycin, Crocin, Citrixen, and Rexcof DX cough syrup, what is the correct medication she should take, and what steps should we take next?

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