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    Home Remedies for Cough in Kids

    Which home remedies are effective on cough in kids? Is it safe to give over-the-counter medicines to kids for treating cough? What to do in case of persistent cough in kids?

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    No home remedies or cold medicines will make a cold go away faster. A cold usually runs its course in 7 to 10 days. At best, some medicines will relieve symptoms.

    Make sure children stay hydrated, and give them what they’re accustomed to drinking. For babies, stick to breast milk or formula for those younger than 6 months. An oral electrolyte solution designed for infants, such as Pedialyte, also can be given. Don’t give straight water to babies younger than 6 months; their kidneys can’t process it correctly and an electrolyte imbalance may occur.

    For children older than 12 months, try water, diluted juice, and milk.

    Sometimes parents hear that they shouldn’t give milk because it promotes mucus building. That’s an old wives’ tale with no scientific evidence to back it up, Geraghty says. It’s especially important for babies to continue drinking breast milk or formula.

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    Home remedies can never help in getting rid of cold but they do help in getting relief from symptoms of cold. Ginger and basil leaf juice along with honey is best remedy for cold. It brings instant relief. Even milk with turmeric powder works well for colds.

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