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Upper Respiratory Infections in Children

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Upper Respiratory Infections in Children Treatment

Treatment for upper respiratory infections in children may include:

Rest
Encourage liquids
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for pain and fever:

Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil)

Medications for cough:

Dextromethorphan for cough

Short-acting antihistamine medications for runny nose:

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Antibiotics do not treat viruses that cause upper respiratory infections.

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Last Updated: Nov 5, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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