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most effective approachess to ease a cold?

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Cold sxs: Tips: sore throat – gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in 8 oz of water). Get strep test/culture if very sore. Congestion – saline nose drops or netti pot. For anti-inflammatory effect & mobilizing mucus- homemade chicken noodle soup.  Hydrate- lots of water/clear broth/ add honey & a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea..  Fever/ pain – Acetaminophen / nsaid’s  rest!

Question 2

how effective are zicam and airborne?

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OTC medications: Over-the-counter medications appear to be helpful for some individuals. Unfortunately, some otc medications have never been proven to be effective in controlled studies. Beware of medications that do not site published studies, but rely only on testamonials. Even in controlled drug studies, it is not uncommon for up to 40% of those in the placebo group (untreated) to experience symptom relief.

Question 3

are lemsips effective for colds?

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Lemsip: This is a cold and flu treatment that has a pain reliever and a decongestant.  It will help with body aches, fever  and nasal stuffiness primarily.  So, it should help you with your cold.

Question 4

which medicine for my cold/flu is most effective?

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No specific meds: Are required. If you have the flu hydrate well w water, herbal teas, soup or juice. Drink sufficiently to have pale to light yellow urine. You can use pain relievers like tylenol (acetaminophen) or nsaid’s. Rest a lot! in some situations antiviral medications (tamiflu, relenza, flumadine) may be prescribed within the first couple of days of symptoms to hasten healing or they can be used after flu exposure to &gt;&gt;.

Question 5

what is the most effective way to get over a cold?

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Cold symptoms: Lots of fluids and rest.

Question 6

what are considered the most effective cold remedies?

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Depends: There is no cure for the common cold.  However, some things can ease the symptoms while time is ultimately the healer.  I recommend for my patients, tylenol (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen, sudafed if there is no contraindication, nasal saline spray or sinus rinses, and drinking plenty of fluids.  Soups can help!

Question 7

most preferred and effective way to cure a cold fast?

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Sx relief  only: Cold tips:  for sore throat – gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in 8 oz of water). * for congestion – saline nose drops or a netti pot.  *for anti-inflammatory effect & mobilizing mucus- homemade chicken noodle soup.**for hydration- lots of water. Try clear broth. *  add honey & a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea. Add honey & a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea.

Question 8

is zicam effective in shortening the duration of a cold?

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No it does not: Its never been show to be effective in a cold in clinical trials.

Question 9

which are the most effective foods and drinks for a cold?

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Good options: For anti-inflammatory effect & mobilizing mucus- homemade chicken noodle soup.**for hydration- lots of water. Try clear broth. * add honey & a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea.

Question 10

what are some effective ways to warm myself up in the cold?

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See below.: Pay attention to the head and neck - this can be an area of significant heat loss.  Use of wool  can be helpful - it can still help to keep you warm even if you become wet.  An outer material that will break the wind. Layering is important. Before i went to antarctica -  i spent money on some very expensive long underwear. It was worth it's weight in gold as it was rated for very cold weather.

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