My father recently started taking Fabiflu, Limcee, Zincovit, and Numulid-HF after getting a chest scan score of 8; although his sense of taste has returned, he is now experiencing constipation, a poor appetite, and a cough with yellow phlegm?what steps should we take next to manage these symptoms? | Apollo Pharmacy

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My father recently started taking Fabiflu, Limcee, Zincovit, and Numulid-HF after getting a chest scan score of 8; although his sense of taste has returned, he is now experiencing constipation, a poor appetite, and a cough with yellow phlegm?what steps should we take next to manage these symptoms?

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My father recently started taking Fabiflu, Limcee, Zincovit, and Numulid-HF after getting a chest scan score of 8; although his sense of taste has returned, he is now experiencing constipation, a poor appetite, and a cough with yellow phlegm?what steps should we take next to manage these symptoms?

Asked by Male, 68 · 3 days ago

G.santoshini Reddy

M Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

3 days ago

The constipation and poor appetite can occur during recovery or as side effects of his medications, like Fabiflu (favipiravir) or Zincovit. Encourage him to drink plenty of fluids, eat small, fiber-rich meals, and rest. However, his new cough with yellow phlegm suggests a possible secondary chest infection. Please consult his prescribing doctor promptly. They can listen to his chest and safely decide if he needs an antibiotic or a cough remedy. Keep monitoring his oxygen levels at home to ensure he stays safe and comfortable.

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My father recently started taking Fabiflu, Limcee, Zincovit, and Numulid-HF after getting a chest scan score of 8; although his sense of taste has returned, he is now experiencing constipation, a poor appetite, and a cough with yellow phlegm?what steps should we take next to manage these symptoms?

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