How to treat cough and cold?

Symtopmatic treatmen: Colds are generally caused by a virus which is treated with over the counter meds or natural remedies. A cold affects primarily the nose. There may also be a fever. In the majority of cases, despite making you feel dreadful with all the sneezing, sore throat, cough, and runny nose, a cold is a self-limiting infection; this means it gets better on its own without requiring any special treatment.

Symptom relief: There is no cure for the common cold, but there are meds that may make the symptoms a little more bearable. These include over-the-counter pain and fever relievers, nasal sprays, and cough medications. If you have several medical conditions, take prescription medications, or treating a young child, check with your doctor before taking OTC medications. http://www.healthline.com/health/cold-flu