I've been dealing with a dry cough for the past couple of weeks and it's really starting to worry me. Initially, I had a viral fever about three weeks ago and took some medication which seemed to work, but this cough just won't go away. I tried using Tasq DX syrup for a week but it didn't help, so I switched to Green linctus BM syrup for another week and it hasn't gotten better in fact, it seems to be getting worse. Could you please help me figure out what's going on and what I should do next?

Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 6+ Yrs

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Chronic Leg and Hip Pain: Medication Review and Next Steps_

You've been experiencing nerve pulling in your legs, especially in your right thigh, and hip pain for over a year. You've tried various medications, including:

1. Gabapin NT: A neuropathic pain medication, which you've been using for a year.
2. Rejunex OD: A vitamin supplement, used for a month.
3. Homin: A muscle relaxant, used for a month.
4. Pregablin 75mg: An anticonvulsant, used for two months, in combination with mecobalamin (a B12 supplement).
5. Rejunex CD3: A vitamin supplement, used for three months.
6. Shelcal CT: A calcium supplement, used for three months.
7. Zincovit: A multivitamin supplement, currently being used with Gabapin NT.

Considerations and Recommendations

1. Medication optimization: Consult your doctor about optimizing your medication regimen, as you've tried various combinations without significant relief.
2. Underlying cause: Investigate the underlying cause of your chronic pain. Have you had any imaging studies (e.g., X-rays, MRI) to rule out structural issues?
3. Alternative therapies: Consider alternative therapies, such as:
   • Physical therapy to improve mobility and strength.
   • Pain management techniques, like acupuncture or cognitive-behavioral therapy.
4. Lifestyle modifications: Make lifestyle changes to help manage your pain:
   • Regular exercise, like yoga or swimming, to improve flexibility and strength.
   • Stress management techniques, such as meditation or deep breathing.
   • Maintaining a healthy weight to reduce pressure on your joints.

Answered 04/07/2025