<human>: What is cough mucus plug?my 2weeks old baby expelled it and she was in a lot of agony doing so, she bent backwards and was stiff, with skin color changed. It was horrifying. As a new mom I didnt know what to do and took her to hospital. If it happens again what to do and how to avoid this any home remedies?
<bot>: Hi... Thank you for consulting in Chat Doctor. Cough and cold are viral 95% of the times in child Chat Doctor.  For cold, you can use anti-allergics like cetirizine and for nose block, saline nasal decongestants will do. Paracetamol can be given in the dose of 15 mg/kg/dose (max ceiling dose 500 mg) every 4-6th hourly, that too only if fever is more than 100F. I suggest not using combination medicines for fever, especially with Paracetamol. Regards - 