systematic_review
    2014
    High Quality

    Over-the-counter (OTC) medications for acute cough in children and adults in community settings

    Smith SM, Schroeder K, Fahey T

    Published in Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews

    Methodology

    Cochrane review of randomised trials of oral over-the-counter cough preparations for acute cough in community settings

    Key Findings

    No good evidence for or against the effectiveness of over-the-counter cough medicines; trial results were inconsistent and often no better than placebo

    Conclusions

    Routine OTC cough preparations are not supported by reliable evidence

    Limitations

    Small, heterogeneous, often industry-sponsored trials with varied outcome measures

    Related Health Concerns

    Cough

    Study Details

    Year:2014
    Quality Score:9/10

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