Pediatria pre prax 5/2017
Current treatment options for cough in children
Cough is the most frequent symptom in children for which parents seek medical attention for their child. Depending on its duration, cough can be divided into acute (< 3 weeks), prolonged (3–4 weeks), and chronic (> 4–6 weeks). Most children with acute cough have viral upper respiratory tract infection. The article presents a review of therapeutic active substances and medicinal products in treating dry as well as productive cough in children.
