A 36-year-old member asked:
what is the best cold medicine to take?
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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered
25 years experience Psychiatry
Meds are often not: needed. 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 neti 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.
Answered on Nov 1, 2015
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Mucolytics: Antihistamines and Mucinex (guaifenesin) or other mucolytics work best. Decongestants may once blood,pressure and anxiety. Generally antihistamines a ... Read More
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Dr. Robert Killian answered
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No such thing: There is no good medication for most viral illnesses, including a cold. Rest, more rest, and plenty of hydration are what the doctor orders.
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Huh?: I am an ey doc and I have never heard of having a cold in the eye! cold sore?
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Dr. Phillip Goebel answered
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Not decongestants: Avoid decongestants like pseudephedrine because they will cause you to produce less milk.
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