Common Cold

Can I take this for a common sinus cold? ## Amoxicillin with Clavulanic Acid, the active ingredients in Augmentin, is an antibiotic and no, it is not effective against the virus that causes the common cold. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have stuffed sinus .. cough and are tired/weak. I have amox/K Clav 500-125 .. would it be helpful towards these symptoms?? How many pre day should I take? ## Amoxicillin is a antibotic.It is used to treat bacterial infections. A cold is a viral infection, so it would do no good. ## @Becky Burnside, BL is correct, the Amoxicillin will not be effective for the cold. If I can recommend anything, it would be to intake as many fruits/vegetables as possible (especially citrus fruits due to their high vitamin C content!). Also, water with real lemon juice is a really easy way to build your immune system and should definitely help to fight off the cold sooner. I've read that it's most beneficial to drink the amount of water (in ounces) that is equal to half of your body weight. For ex...

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Hello, I've been taking cephalexin to treat an arm infection and I've had an itchy/runny nose, sneezing, and mild headaches since I started taking it. I don't see this as a side effect. Has anyone else had this response? It seems like a mild allergic reaction. ## Hello, Raquel! How are you? It's possible that you have just caught a cold or are having an allergy attack to something environmental. It would be very unusual for an oral antibiotic to manifest an allergy with those symptoms. Have you consulted your doctor?

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can we use zincold tablets for cold ## Hi chappu, From what I've researched, Zincold contains the three active ingredients Cetirizine + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol, which are marketed for use as an antihistamine, a decongestant, and a pain reliever/fever reducer for treating various symptoms that may be associated with the common cold (such as congestion, sinus pressure, discomfort, etc). So while Zincold wont take the cold away, it looks like its supposed to help with some of the symptoms that often come with a cold. Are you doing anything else to help combat symptoms as well or has the Zincold been working fine on its own? Feel better soon!

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oval shape, white color, H49 . is this pill can treat for common cold/flu or not? ## No, Sulfamethoxazole with Trimethoprim, the generic for Bactrim, is an antibiotic, so it is only effective at treating bacterial infections. Learn more Bactrim details here. Colds and Flu are caused by viruses, so there is no effective treatment for them, they really just need to be left to run their course, though you can use some remedies to help alleviate the symptoms they may cause. Did your doctor prescribe this?

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Zinc Salts

Zinc acetate is a salt with the formula Zn(CH3CO2)2, which commonly occurs as the dihydrate Zn(CH3CO2)2·2H2O. Both the hydrate and the anhydrous forms are colorless solids that have been used as dietary supplements. Zinc acetates are prepared by the action of acetic acid on zinc carbonate or zinc metal. When used as a food additive, it has the E number E650. Contents 1 Uses 2 Basic properties and structures 2.1 Basic zinc acetate 3 See also 4 References Uses Zinc acetate has fe...

I have only been taking citalopram 2 weeks now. My Dr. had me on 10mg for 1 week and then upgraded me to 20mg for the 2nd week. It makes me more nervous and edgy than my anxiety and situational depression does. I stopped taking it for one day yesterday and felt so much better. Can I stop cold turkey after only 2 weeks? ## After such a short period of time, you may experience some mild effects if you stop taking it abruptly, but probably will not have any serious problems. this site is not medical professionals though, so you should consult with your doctor to be safe, there are other medications you can try. These types of medications do causes these side effects in some people. I had a similar issue once, when a doctor had me try wellbutrin (Zyban) to stop smoking. Other common side ef...

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suspension phenylpropanolamine BP chlorpheniramine maleate IP ## Phenylpropanolamine and Chlorpheniramine are used to treat the symptoms associated with colds or allergies. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth and dizziness. Read more: Are ther any comments or questions?

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Am 52 and have not been having my periods for two months. Have l started my menopause? ## Hello, Josami! How are you? It is possible. Aside from the cessation of your periods, the NIH lists other symptoms as possibly including nausea, hot flushes, irritability, headaches, PMS-like symptoms, chills and dizziness. Have your periods been irregular, at all, over the past few years? Have you been more irritable? Crampy? Have you had any spotting, between periods? ## I'm 51 years of age and I'm experiencing premenopausal symptoms. Hot and cold flashes and also mood swings. I want to know if bloating is normal in premenopause?

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I need to know what the ingredients are for this medecine. Is there codeine in it? ## No! It contains Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine and Dextromethorphan, all of which are non-controlled substances in most countries. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness and dry mouth. Read more: Are there any other questions or comments? ## Could it give you tummy aches?

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Does Ziutipro help with discomforts associated with arthritis & sinus conditions? ## Hello, Witchy! How are you? Zutipro is listed as containing Pseudoephedrine, Chlorpheniramine and Hydfrocodone, so it used to treat cough and congestion associated with colds or allergies. The FDA classifies this medication as being a narcotic, so it carries the risk of being habit forming and it may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, constipation and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Echinacea

Echinacea /knei/ is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants in the daisy family. It has ten species, which are commonly called coneflowers. They are found only in eastern and central North America, where they grow in moist to dry prairies and open wooded areas. They have large, showy heads of composite flowers, blooming in summer. The generic name is derived from the Greek word χνος (ekhinos), meaning "sea urchin", due to the spiny central disk. These flowering plants and t...

I have a cold and pain in my throat. Will this medication help? ## Cold and through infection with feavour ## Droxyl 500 contains 500mgs of Cefadroxil, this is an antibiotic, commonly used to treat various types of infections. Common side effects may include: nausea, skin rash, diarrhea and joint pain. You can read more about it here: Did you have any questions?

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Naproxen + Pseudoephedrine

Naproxen, sold under the brand name Aleve or Apronax among others, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain, menstrual cramps, inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout and fever.[6] It is taken orally.[6] It is available in immediate and delayed release formulations.[6] Onset of effects is within an hour and last for up to twelve hours.[6] Common side effects include dizziness, headach...

Drug Category

The common cold (also known as nasopharyngitis, rhinopharyngitis, acute coryza, or a cold) is a viral infectious disease of the upper respiratory tract which affects primarily the nose. Symptoms include coughing, sore throat, runny nose, sneezing, and fever which usually resolve in seven to ten days, with some symptoms lasting up to three weeks. Well over 200 viruses are implicated in the cause of the common cold; the rhinoviruses are the most common. Upper respiratory tract infections are lo...

Chlorpheniramine + Dextromethorphan + Pseudoephedrine

Cold medicines are a group of medications taken individually or in combination as a treatment for the symptoms of the common cold and similar conditions of the upper respiratory tract. The term encompasses a broad array of drugs, including analgesics, antihistamines and decongestants, among many others. It also includes drugs which are marketed as cough suppressants or antitussives, but their effectiveness in reducing cough symptoms is unclear or minimal.[1][2]...

Brompheniramine + Dextromethorphan + Pseudoephedrine

Brompheniramine, sold under the brand name Dimetapp among others, is a first-generation antihistamine drug of the propylamine (alkylamine) class.[2] It is indicated for the treatment of the symptoms of the common cold and allergic rhinitis, such as runny nose, itchy eyes, watery eyes, and sneezing. Like the other first-generation drugs of its class, it is considered a sedating antihistamine.[2] It was patented in 1948 and came into medical use in 1955.[...

Acetaminophen + Diphenhydramine + Pseudoephedrine

Benadryl is a brand of various antihistamine medications used to stop allergies, whose content varies in different countries, but which includes some combination of diphenhydramine, acrivastine, and cetirizine. It is sold by Johnson & Johnson and is used to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, runny nose, rash, and hives.[1] Some forms of Benadryl are to be taken orally, while some creams and gels are to be applied to the skin.[2] Common side...

Hi. Yah this is a cold-medicine pill. It's a generic brand of Musinex. It's an expectorant. The active ingredient is "guaifenesin" and it's 400 mg of that. ## That is correct, this is an over the counter dosage, which is used to treat the congestion associated with the common cold virus. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness and nervousness. More details: Are there any questions or comments?

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My 1.5 year old baby has a cough and cold. The doctor told me to give my baby Solvin. I have given Solvin for the cough. Is it the wrong medication? ## You should follow the doctor's instructions, this medication is commonly used to treat cold symptoms. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, nervousness, and insomnia. How is your baby doing? Has there been any change?

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