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How to get rid of cold/cough symptoms before my birthday dinner this afternoon!?
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Sorry: Unfortunately there is no quick fix for the common cold and cough. Rest, fluids and time is the best treatment. A cough suppressant like dextromethorphan can help some people with an irritant cough from a cold temporarily.
Answered 4/5/2013
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