I'm looking for some advice on the best medication to take for a persistent cough. It's been lingering for a few days now, and I'm over 60, so I want to make sure I'm taking the right tablets that are effective for someone my age. Could you suggest something suitable?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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tablet tusq for 1 week ,twice a week

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My moms got bone cancer and can't walk anymore, and now she's starting to get a bed sore. Is it possible for someone to come to our place to check her out and suggest what we should do next?

visit dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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I'm wondering if it's alright for my mom, who's 61, to drink coconut water every day. We're thinking around 200 to 300 ml daily. Is it beneficial for her to consume it regularly?

no , take once in a week

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My grandmother has a small wet wound near her hip, and I think it might be a pressure sore since she can only sleep in one position after her hip replacement surgery three years ago. What kind of medication or topical cream can we use for this? Also, should we do any special dressing? She's not very mobile, so taking her to a doctor is difficult right now.

yes advised.

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