How can i prevent coughing fits at night due to bronchitis?

Question:

I was just diagnosed with bronchitis and my cough is somewhat unbearable at night. I wake up in these fits every 1-2 hours where i cough so hard I feel like I'm going to vomit, then it stops, i hit the inhaler and can go back to bed. Waking up every 2 hours has hindered my energy during the day, how can i stop having coughing fits at night?

Answers:
My physician prescribes H C Tussive (cough syrup with codeine). It helps some. I also have to sleep sitting up like in a recliner or propped up with pillows.

i had bronchitis bad last winter and the dr gave me albuterol and a vaporizer, and it helped, also gave me super heavy duty antibiotics, cleared it up.

I have COPD which is basically bronchitis and emphysema, so I can relate.

Yes a vapouriser will help big time, but I found the coughing starts because the cold air hits the back of your throat, which then makes you cough and cough and cough. What I do is curl my tongue back till it hits the roof of my mouth and hold it there until I fall asleep. This stops the cold air from hitting the back of your throat. Try it, it may work for you, it may not.

Here are a few simple home remedies that will help to overcome cough. Have honey in a hot drink before bed time.To relieve fits of coughing due to dryness in the throat, suck a few pepper corns. Check out http://useinfo6.blogspot.com/ for more remedies and information.

My physician usually gives me a narcotic based cough syrup to take at night to help me sleep. The nartotics help soothe the muscles and allows you to rest better.

How can i prevent coughing fits at night due to bronchitis?

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