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How can a cough caused by dust and smoke be controlled?

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Hi doctor,

I have had a bit of a cough for several days already, but I do not have yellowish phlegm. The smoke of a cigarette always triggers my cough or if someone near me is smoking. Also, I think my cough is caused by too much heat in terms of weather which brings specks of dust, or when cooking something (especially when someone is sauteing). I took a tablet Cetirizine to stop my coughing, but it is still present, especially at night. Can you please tell me what I should do to stop my coughing and feel better?

Please help.
Answered by Dr. Radela Yvonne L. Ramos-cortes

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Dr. Radela Yvonne L. Ramos-Cortes is an Allergy Specialist skilled in diagnosing and managing allergic and immunologic conditions. She has expertise in treating asthma, allergic rhinitis, food and drug allergies, eczema, and anaphylaxis. She is experienced in performing allergy testing, immunotherapy, and patient education on trigger avoidance and long-term management strategies, providing personalized care to improve quality of life and prevent complications.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I want to know a few more details so that I can help you with your problem.

How long has this been going on? I assume it has been there for quite some time because you can identify the triggers of your cough. You also mentioned that your cough occurs at night. Do you sneeze a lot when exposed to dust? Do you have asthma?

The coughing that you have seems to be a sign of a hyperreactive airway (beginning asthma). The best way to control this is to avoid the triggers. I suggest you with tablet Montelukast 10 mg and Levocetirizine 5 mg one tablet after dinner for one to two weeks and see if it improves. If it persists, the next step would be to start an anti-asthma inhaler Salmeterol 25 mcg, and Fluticasone propionate 125 mcg two puffs twice daily.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At May 5, 2021
Reviewed At October 14, 2025

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FAAI

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Dr. Radela Yvonne L. Ramos-Cortes is an Allergy Specialist skilled in diagnosing and managing allergic and immunologic conditions. She has expertise in treating asthma, allergic rhinitis, food and drug allergies, eczema, and anaphylaxis. She is experienced in performing allergy testing, immunotherapy, and patient education on trigger avoidance and long-term management strategies, providing personalized care to improve quality of life and prevent complications.

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Allergy Specialist

Education:

FAAI

Professional Bio:

Dr. Radela Yvonne L. Ramos-Cortes is an Allergy Specialist skilled in diagnosing and managing allergic and immunologic conditions. She has expertise in treating asthma, allergic rhinitis, food and drug allergies, eczema, and anaphylaxis. She is experienced in performing allergy testing, immunotherapy, and patient education on trigger avoidance and long-term management strategies, providing personalized care to improve quality of life and prevent complications.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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