I have had a cough for the past week and have not been able to sleep for the last two days. I stopped taking Mox 500 because it caused loose motions. What alternative medicine should I take for my cough?
Stopping Mox 500 (amoxicillin) due to loose motions is common, but you should not self-medicate with another antibiotic. Coughs are often viral, and antibiotics will not cure them. To soothe your cough and help you sleep, you can take an over-the-counter cough suppressant containing Dextromethorphan at night. Warm water with honey and steam inhalation can also provide relief. Please consult your doctor to evaluate your cough. If a bacterial infection is indeed present, they can prescribe a safer alternative antibiotic along with a probiotic to protect your stomach.
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I have had a cough for the past week and have not been able to sleep for the last two days. I stopped taking Mox 500 because it caused loose motions. What alternative medicine should I take for my cough?