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General Physician · General Physician
If you are coughing and have a cold at the same time, it is important to take the necessary precautions and treatments to help reduce your symptoms. Depending on the severity of your cold, there are a few different options for medicine that you can take.
For mild symptoms such as coughing or a runny nose, over-the-counter medications like decongestants or antihistamines may be able to help reduce your symptoms quickly and effectively. These medications can also provide relief from headaches or body aches caused by your cold. If you have an ongoing cough that is more than just occasional irritation, an expectorant can be helpful in breaking down congestion in order to clear up your airways and help with breathing easier. It's also important to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids like water, tea, juices and soups which should help thin out mucus from congested areas providing some relief from coughing fits.
In some cases where symptoms become more severe (e.g., persistent fever) then further medical attention may be required including prescription medication such as antibiotics if necessary; however this should only happen after consulting with a medical professional familiar with treating these types of conditions so they can properly diagnose you according to the latest guidelines set forth by public health authorities. Taking care of yourself is paramount when trying to deal with any type of respiratory infection so make sure that even if it doesn't seem serious enough at first sight - still seek proper medical advice before embarking on any course action treatment plan!
