cold remedy
cold remedy
A general term for any product available without prescription (i.e., over-the-counter) that is intended to relieve one or more of the symptoms typical of the common cold. They are not antimicrobial, do not enhance the immune system and have no effect on the actual duration of the cold; they provide relief by partially suppressing nasal congestion, runny nose and cough.Examples
Antihistamines and decongestants.
cold remedy
Popular pharmacology Any OTC product for relief of one or more common cold symptom Types Antihistamines, decongestants Pros CRs provide some relief by partially suppressing nasal congestion, runny nose, cough Cons CRs are not antimicrobial, don't enhance the immune system, or alter duration. See Common cold.Patient discussion about cold remedy
Q. i just got over a cold sore using abreva is this best remedy to use? i didnt get a cold sore for while but i think problems lately have caused them to appear?