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My husband has covid and has been taking meds for 6 days now, however he still does not feel any better. he has a cough, brings up brown phlegm, has shortness of breath, diarrhea, headache and body pains. what meds should he be taking?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19: No specific medications. Rest, hydration, acetaminophen, decongestant, cough med & nasal saline irrigation may help mild symptoms. Get emergency care for difficulty breathing, blue lips or face, significant & persistent chest pain or new-onset of confusion.

Answered 12/29/2020

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Dr. Harold Mandel answered

Specializes in General Practice

Supportive care: Your husband needs aggressive supportive care with bedrest, fluids & good nutrition. Fresh water & tea are good for fluid intake. A daily high quality multiple vitamin is a good idea. Acetaminophen as directed may help. There is no specific med which can eradicate Covid. So monitor your husbands symptoms carefully & if he falls into distress with a high fever &/or breathing difficulties call 911!

Answered 12/29/2020

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