Hi there,
Thanks for your query.
There is no definite cure for
common cold, it being a viral condition. Hence, only symptomatic treatment is prescribed to give relief from cold symptoms :
(a) An Anti-histaminic, such as,
Ceterizine, Levoceterizine (twice daily) or
Fexofenadine for relief of running nose, stuffiness and to reduce formation of secretions
(b)
Paracetamol (four times a day) to curb feverish sensation and body ache
(c) A nasal decongestant spray(four times a day) for stuffy nose and cold induced sinus problem
(d) Antibiotic is NOT ROUTINELY PRESCRIBED unless there is evidence of a secondary bacterial infection (yellowish nasal discharge, fever).
You have not been prescribed any anti-histaminic. Also, Mecofol- which is Vitamin B12- has no role in common cold. Moxclav (twice a day) is OK in view of yellowish nasal discharge, while
Zerodol (twice a day) contains Paracetamol and an anti-inflammatory drug, which is OK.
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