Complaints of dry non-productive cough are one of the most common problems that patients come to a GP with, especially in the cold and wet season [1]. It is a dry cough that is one of the coronavirus pathognomonic symptoms, but it can be indicative of the onset of a dozen other diseases. This symptom is not an independent pathology, its appearance is characteristic of the onset of a number of infectious and inflammatory processes, acute respiratory diseases, and allergic reactions. Dry cough can occur when a foreign body enters the upper respiratory tract and also indicate major problems in the respiratory system, and in some cases, the cardiovascular system. A dry cough is often the cause of sleep disorders, regularly recurring attacks can lead to the patient’s asthenisation and a significant life quality deterioration. Correct diagnosis plays a fundamental role in the choice of treatment tactics. Treatment of dry cough manifestations should be comprehensive and aimed at eliminating its causes, rather than symptoms.