A child with recent onset of URTI after 2 days presents with acute onset of a breathlessness cough and fever. All of the following can be given except –

Respiratory insufficiency after upper respiratory tract infection is the classic presentation of bronchiolitis. Treatment of Bronchiolitis - Treatment is essentially symptomatic. The child should be nursed in a humid atmosphere. O2 remains the mainstay of treatment. Antibiotics - Though antibiotics have no role* but Ribavirin can sometimes be used. If fever is present antipyretics can be used. Continuous positive airway pressure. β2 adrenergic drugs and Ipratropium bromide are also not recommended for infants < 6 months.