How to treat lower respiratory tract infection ?

The treatment of lower respiratory tract infection mainly includes drug therapy, supportive therapy, and aerosol therapy.

In terms of drug therapy, there are various pathogenic microorganisms that cause lower respiratory tract infection, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, etc. Therefore, different antibiotics or antiviral drugs should be selected based on the type of infectious agents. Common antibiotics include quinolones such as levofloxacin and roxithromycin, β-lactam antibiotics such as penicillins and cephalosporins, and macrolide antibiotics such as clarithromycin and azithromycin. For antiviral treatment of influenza virus infection, oseltamivir and zanamivir are commonly used.

In terms of supportive therapy, patients need to rest enough, maintain good and eating habits, and avoid overexertion and the intake of stimulating foods. At the same time, the airway should be kept open, and phlegm or secretions should be discharged promptly.
For severe patients with lower respiratory tract infection, aerosol therapy can also be used to achieve local drug delivery through inhalation.

In addition, some patients with lower respiratory tract infection can also take some adjuvant therapies such as appropriate exercise to enhance physical fitness and intake of nourishing foods. It should be noted that the treatment of lower respiratory tract infection should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor. It is not recommended to use self-medication or change the dosage. In addition, good personal hygiene habits should be maintained during treatment to avoid further spread of infection.