The common cold is a viral infection with no known cure, but luckily, there are a few things you can do to ease discomfort.
“Cold symptoms are usually worse at night – when laying down, the mucus cannot drain in the same way it would when gravity is helping, leading to disturbed breathing or a cough caused by post-nasal drip.”The common cold is a viral infection with no known cure, but luckily, there are a few things you can do to ease discomfort
“You can help ease aches or lower a temperature with painkillers like paracetamol or ibuprofen – just be sure to take ibuprofen with food to protect the stomach.” Decongestants can be topical or oral and may help ease inflammation in the nose, giving you more room to breathe.suggested that decongestants containing pseudoephedrine were more effective than those containing phenylephrine, although further research is required.
Govind also warns that many cough and cold medicines contain paracetamol or ibuprofen, so make sure you’re not taking more than the recommended dose. Be aware that some cold and flu tablets also contain caffeine, so stock up on non-caffeinated versions for the afternoon/evening, unless you enjoy a side of restlessness with your snot.Not keen on pills? Try steaming, says: “Steam therapy at night is good for a blocked nose – this can be a bowl of water, a facial steamer or a warm shower.
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