They produce steam. You can add an inhalent if you like, although i have heard some people dont advise it under 12 months, due to the sensitivity of baby's nasal membranes. (I use one though, just a half dose)
The steam increases the humidity in the room, making the air more moist i guess you could say. This apparently helps relive congestion, and i find it helps her cough.
There are some studies that say they are ineffective, but as a child i often had croup and i found it helped, so that's why i use one!
Just something a friend of mine told me recently (he's a DR) he said panadol is the best cough medicine, as coughing is due to a rise in our core temp, and panadol brings it down. Worked for DD last night!! Gave her 3 hours relief out of 12 hours.... (better than nothing, and meant I had a nap from 11.30pm-2.30am)!!!
Also vicks vapour rub on soles of feet (socks on over the top) helps sometimes.
Also watch with the humidifier, I have found if used for more htan a few nights, can make the cough worse due to dampness and mould etc.
Good luck, I hear you, every time DD coughs my heart jumps and I feel for her so much. xoxo
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