Is there a natural remedy for a 10 month old's cough?
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Dogs and infants are not quite the same. For a congested cough, a humidifier is a great thing with just simple water. There was a recent study that came out about Vick's Vapor Rub. DO NOT use this in the humidifier or on the child at all. The study found that Vick's actually makes the cough and congestion worse, this is because it is a cough surpressant, so it keeps the phlegm in the lungs. In generally for an infant I would not use any cough suppressant (that includes dextromethorphan:DM as well). A simple humidifier, and running a hot shower and staying with the child in the steamy room for about 15-20 minutes can really help. Does the child have a fever? If so, infant tylenol (if the child is not allergic) and doctor. If he/she is congested in her nose then a suction bulb will help get the mucus out of the nose. Also key: hydration. This will make the mucus more fluid, which will decrease the irritation of the phlegm on the lungs--thus less cough. In general, you should consult with your provider, seeing as the child is getting over a cold, but those are some releaving treatments.
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Hyland's makes a number of homeopathic treatments for babies and toddlers (as well as older kids and adults). Their Sniffles n' Sneezes helps reduce the post-nasal drip that can result in coughing. They also make a Bronchial Cough formulation that helps deep coughing.
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Putting your baby in a warm (not hot) bath can have the same effect. Make the bath even more effective by adding a few drops of eucalyptus, sage or thyme oil into the bath water. The vapors from these essential oils will help open baby’s airways, allowing her to breath easier. The vapors from these oils will also sooth a sore throat.
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M$Otherwise, when my puppy had a cough and was congested, I put a vaporizer with Vicks where her bed was. It helped her a good deal. Do not put Vicks on your dog--they have a very strong sense of smell and it could be harmful. However, you can put it around her to help her breath.
Life experience with dogs.
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You helped me though! Thanks dude.. My puppy has had pneumonia for about three months already and no cure so far.. I have been nebulizing her with Gentocin and giving her Clavamox but to no avail. If you have any other suggestions I would gladly appreciate it.
Oops! I read this and somehow interpreted it that you were asking about your ten month old puppy. Sorry!
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