Cough: Overview

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Cough

Coughs are a frequent and inconvenient symptom of the common cold and flu. Cough is reported in 40–50% of people suffering from colds1 and 93% of people suffering from flu.7

While cough during a cold can be mild to moderate, cough during the flu is often severe,2,3 and can have a significant impact on daily life.4

Treatment is guided by two distinct types of cough

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    A wet or productive cough is associated with a severe cold.5

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    A dry or unproductive cough is typically associated with the early stages of colds and flu.6

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Causes

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Signs and symptoms

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Management

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The Panadol range

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Patient care resources

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