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Pneumonia-had rociphen shot, day 5 of zithromax, still coughing, he's 3 y.o. can he take mucinex (guaifenesin)? 30lbs. he may need breathing treatment, please ad
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Not uncommon: Even after antibiotic treatment, many children will have a dry cough that lasts six weeks or more. If concerned, see a pediatrician.
Answered 4/28/2016
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