When you catch Cough frequently.

I got catch very fast by cough and it lasts 7-8 days, it happens with me lot of time.

  

Dr. Mrs. Sumaiya Petiwala

Dietitian/Nutritionist

Firstly there's no lifelong cure for the common cold. Antibiotics are only effective against infections of throat and are of no use against cold viruses. Over-the-counter (otc) cold preparations won't cure a common cold or make it go away any sooner, and most have side effects. A saltwater gargle 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2tsp turmeric dissolved in a glass of warm water can temporarily relieve a sore or scratchy throat. 

To help relieve nasal congestion, try saline (pure salt water) nasal drops. If you have a throat infection, or a viral cold then Iyour doctor will prescribe appropriate meds based on your detailed assssment. Being also a general physician and registered dietitian, I prescribe both evidence based herbal as well as allopathic medicines complementing with dietary guidelines and home remedies carefully personalized for each individual patient.