<prompt> If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patients description.Why do I always end up with a horrible gagging cough with a chest cold? I dont just mean coughing but literally I start gagging before I start coughing and then it becomes a coughing fit with several violent dry heaves and trouble catching my breath. How can I prevent this from happening? I also become asthmatic due to my colds.I am 41, non-smoker with no cardiopulmonary issues other than Orthostatic Intolerance.  <response>: Hello dear, The symptoms can be attributed to bronchoconstriction obstruction of smaller airway passages which is indicative of Hyper-responsiveness of air passages seasonal allergy or asthmaManagement consists of:1. Stalin inhaler-provide symptomatic relief by causing bronchodilator dilating the smaller airway passages, relieving the obstruction increasing airflow to lungsSo, you can use it whenever you are having an acute attack.2. Montelukast preparations- used as a maintenance therapy to relieve symptoms of seasonal allergies asthma.3. Antihistamines can also be used to provide symptomatic relief.4. Protect yourself from exposure to cold, dust or other allergens. Wishing you a good health. Take care. 