<Li> Codeine - based cough syrups to control the cough </Li> <P> There may be a role for the use of corticosteroids (for tuberculous pleurisy), tacrolimus (Prograf) and methotrexate (Trexall, Rheumatrex) in the treatment of pleurisy . Further studies are needed . </P> <P> The following may be helpful in the management of pleurisy: </P> <Ul> <Li> Lying on the painful side may be more comfortable </Li> <Li> Breathing deeply and coughing to clear mucus as the pain eases . Otherwise, pneumonia may develop . </Li> <Li> Getting rest </Li> </Ul>

Occasional pain in upper left side of chest