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What is the best thing to do or take when you have a cough that was caused by a cold?
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See your doctor: If you have a persistent cough i recommend that you visit your physician for the best medicine for your specific ailment. Wishing you the best.
Answered 6/4/2014
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Nothing : Give it time up to 2 months , if persist see your dr.
Answered 11/9/2012
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