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Having a flu and cold fpr the past three days....what should i do to recover soon and also i have running nose?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Tincture of time: Hi. You've got a virus, and there is no treatment for it. Your immune system will beat it; it just takes time. Get rest and stay well hydrated. You can use decongestants and NSAIDs for symptom relief. Good luck!
Answered 10/6/2014
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Don't use OTC: Over the counter cough and cold meds like Coricidin use a shotgun approach combining several medications that don't even work. Usual ingredients: acetaminophen(DOES WORK for pain and fever), Dextromethorphan for cough(ineffective), Anti-Histamines(ineffective) and Pseudo ephedrine decongestant(Nasal sprays work much better if your having nasal congestion but limit to only 3 days of use)
Answered 10/6/2016
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