Into the pediatrician's practice

This article is devoted to one of the most common manifestations of diseases of respiratory system and upper respiratory tract coughing. While performing a protective function , the cough in some cases significantly impairs a child's condition. The choice of treatment requires a clear understanding of the mechanism of a drug's action, its safety profile and effectiveness. In this paper the authors present a comparative description of herbal remedies relating to secreting motor antitussives. Along with the description of the pharmacological actions of the components of these drugs, the issues of safety and efficacy are also described. We consider the herbal remedies, which can be used in wet and dry cough in patients older than 2 years.