What works when you have a flu/cold?

Fluids and rst.: Symptoms are best treated with large amounts of fluids and rest - not exerting yourself. Fever can be treated with aspirin, acetaminophin or ibuprophen. Caugh can be treated with hot tea and honey. Nasal congestion can be managed with decongestant nasal sprays or oral decongestants. Antihistamines are generally not helpful and can be very sedating.

The FLU: 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 prevent illness.