Publication details
Možnosti ovlivnění akutního kašle v rámci respiračních infekcí u dětí
| Title in English | Possibilities of influencing acute cough of respiratory infections in children |
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| Year of publication | 2020 |
| Type | Article in Periodical |
| Magazine / Source | Pediatrie pro praxi |
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| Citation | |
| Web | https://www.pediatriepropraxi.cz/artkey/ped-202005-0002_moznosti_ovlivneni_akutniho_kasle_v_ramci_respiracnich_infekci_u_deti.php |
| Keywords | acute respiratory infections; antitussives; mucoactive substances; natural products; honey; honey syrup |
| Description | Respiratory infections are one of the most common infectious diseases affecting both children and adults. Cough, as a symptom of a cold illness, can go through a phase of dry cough which alternates with a phase of productive cough. In children, it is advisable to avoid centrally acting antitussives. The use of levodropropizine seems to be the most suitable of peripheral antitussives. For productive cough there is a long-term discussion and reassessment of the benefits of mucomodulatory drugs. According to recommendations, erdostein is recommended. From traditional medicine it is recommended even by leading experts to use honey and preparations based on honey syrups to influence the frequency and intensity of cough in children. |