<human>: My child a 5 year old girl, is suffering of some kind of cough allergies about 3 years now, she is being treated by a local specialist, he has prescribe a Budate solution for her. the coughing stopped for a little while but now it has started again. its a chesty cough she has it now for about 1 month despite using cough medicine  and the Budate itself it wont stop. Can you give me some advise please. thank you.
<bot>: Hello. Thank you for asking at Chat Doctor. I went through your daughters history and both allergic and non-allergic causes are possible. My suggestions for your daughter will be as follows:1. Personally I would consider a combination of montelukast and levoceitirizine for at least 2-4 weeks (depending upon response) to her.2. I would like to know the dose of the Bu date. Also, I would like to review technique/device of giving Bu date to her. (I guess you are nebulizing, it's ok, but I would like to review technique of nebulization also).3. Once montelukast and levocetirizine can control symptoms, I would like to gradually reduce dose of Bu date.4. I would suggest you to consult an Allergist-Immunologist who will advise your daughter allergy testing, which will help you identify substances she may be allergic to.5. If any family member smokes, please at least advise him/her not to smoke inside home, if he/she cannot quit smoking.6. Please try to keep your daughter away from exposure to dusts, smokes and air pollution as much as possible.7. A nutritive diet rich in vitamins and minerals (e.g., adequate fruits, green leafy vegetables and sprouted beans) will also be helpful in a long run. Hope above answer will be helpful to you. Wish your daughter a quick recovery and the best of the health. Should you have any concern, please feel free to ask at Chat Doctor. Regards.