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I have persistent cough & runny nose but only happen at night/morning. my doctor prescribed antihistamine but it still won't work. any ideas?

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

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Possibilities...: Your symptoms may be due to post-nasal drip which then causes you to cough when lying down to sleep. Ask your doctor to prescribe a steroid nasal spray to see if that gets rid of your symptoms. If the cough persists, it may be due to bronchospasm that would be treated with a bronchodilator inhaler. So, return to your doctor with these ideas. Good luck!!!

Answered 3/25/2020

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A member asked:

I have persistent cough & runny nose but only happen at night/morning. my doctor prescribed antihistamine but it still won't work. any ideas?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

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