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What's the best cough medicine for my 4 year old? bad croupy cough
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Croup: Try cold air or hanging in a warm steamy bathroom first. If that bad needs evaluation to see if needs a steroid.
Answered 1/11/2020
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Steroids : Please see your physician or an urgent care center soon. Your child may need an oral steroid. Cool air mist humidification is helpful, but if stridor occurs at rest, see a physician right away.
Answered 1/11/2020
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