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Patient has done with mitral valve replacement before 12 years and taking acitrom (anticoagulant) 2 mg daily single dose. Now she is suffering from dry cough. Suggest me medication for her. Can dextromethorphan can given to this patient?
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Dear, Dry cough can be a sign of bronchitis or heart disease decompensation. Kindly first contact the cardiologist to clear the diagnosis and then only medication can be suggested. Wishing good health.
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