For a neurological patient with a chest infection, medications are tailored to support chest physiotherapy. Primary treatments include: 1. Antibiotics to target and clear the bacterial infection. 2. Mucolytics (like carbocisteine) to thin thick mucus, making it easier to cough up during physiotherapy. 3. Bronchodilators (via inhaler or nebulizer) to open the airways and improve airflow. 4. Saliva-reducing medications (such as glycopyrrolate) if swallowing difficulties are causing saliva to pool in the lungs. Please consult the patient's healthcare team to ensure these medications are safe for their specific neurological condition.
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