10 Treatments for Pleurisy

5. Cough Suppressants

Many patients use cough suppressant during pleurisy, even though it can slow down recovery. If your cough is keeping you from getting enough rest at night, take a cough suppressant that lasts no more than a few hours. During the hours you are awake, you should instead use the techniques of coughing and breathing deeply to try to clear out mucus. This balance should allow you relief from your cough throughout the night without inhibiting your recovery. Don't use cough suppressants during the day unless your doctor recommends it or your pain is very severe.