A member asked:

Today the doctor prescribed me medicine but the anti inflammatory and the cough medicine are not working and i'm miserable. should i call them?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Time: Most treatments for cold and flu do very little; sometimes they help decrease the symptoms, but they do not cure you. You need time, rest, and hydration for your body to heal.

Answered 2/21/2016

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Yes: If you remain sick then yes. All the best and I hope you feel better.

Answered 2/22/2016

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