Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 J20 · ICD-11 CA42

What Is the Treatment of Acute Bronchitis? First-Line Evidence-Based Approach

Acute bronchitis (ICD-10 J20, ICD-11 CA42) is a first-line protocol centred on supportive care and symptom control. The primary clinical goal is reducing cough frequency and intensity.

Clinical Approach
Management is built on supportive care and symptom management as the mainstay of treatment. The protocol includes specific options for cough symptom relief, and provides clear guidance on the role of antibiotics in uncomplicated cases.
Treatment Goal
Decreased cough frequency and intensity.

The complete structured regimen — including specific agent selection, sequencing, and full antibiotic guidance — is available in the full protocol.

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References

  1. Supportive care and symptom management are the mainstay of treatment for acute bronchitis.
  2. Avoid prescribing antibiotics for uncomplicated acute bronchitis.
  3. In one trial, patients reported that guaifenesin decreased cough frequency and intensity by 75% at 72 hours compared with 31% in the placebo group (number needed to treat = 2).
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