My daughter has an ongoing cough and whistling breathing that keeps coming back and has gotten worse since we moved to a dusty area; since she is getting no relief from Duolin respules, Salmabutol rotacaps, Asthalin syrup, Amoxyllin, cough syrup, and Montair syrup, are these medications enough, what further medical tests does she need, and when should we expect her to start getting better? | Apollo Pharmacy

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My daughter has an ongoing cough and whistling breathing that keeps coming back and has gotten worse since we moved to a dusty area; since she is getting no relief from Duolin respules, Salmabutol rotacaps, Asthalin syrup, Amoxyllin, cough syrup, and Montair syrup, are these medications enough, what further medical tests does she need, and when should we expect her to start getting better?

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My daughter has an ongoing cough and whistling breathing that keeps coming back and has gotten worse since we moved to a dusty area; since she is getting no relief from Duolin respules, Salmabutol rotacaps, Asthalin syrup, Amoxyllin, cough syrup, and Montair syrup, are these medications enough, what further medical tests does she need, and when should we expect her to start getting better?

Asked by Female, 2 · 23 days ago

Y. Lakshmi Thulasi

Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)

23 days ago

These medications, including Duolin (ipratropium/levosalbutamol), Asthalin/Salmabutol (salbutamol), and Montair (montelukast), are common for breathing issues, but using too many together can overlap. Since they aren't helping and dust worsens her symptoms, she needs a pediatrician's evaluation to adjust her treatment. The doctor may recommend a chest X-ray or allergy testing to tailor her care. Avoid giving Amoxyllin (amoxicillin) unless a bacterial infection is confirmed. Once a proper, simplified treatment plan is started and dust exposure is minimized, you should see her improve within a few days. Please seek a specialist's guidance soon to help her feel better.

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My daughter has an ongoing cough and whistling breathing that keeps coming back and has gotten worse since we moved to a dusty area; since she is getting no relief from Duolin respules, Salmabutol rotacaps, Asthalin syrup, Amoxyllin, cough syrup, and Montair syrup, are these medications enough, what further medical tests does she need, and when should we expect her to start getting better?

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My daughter has an ongoing cough and whistling breathing that keeps coming back and has gotten worse since we moved to a dusty area; since she is getting no relief from Duolin respules, Salmabutol rotacaps, Asthalin syrup, Amoxyllin, cough syrup, and Montair syrup, are these medications enough, what further medical tests does she need, and when should we expect her to start getting better? | Apollo Pharmacy