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What Medicine Is Advisable For Headaches, Cough And Tiredness?

What medicine do you prescribe for cold symptoms - headache, cough, tiredness, - for the last 4 days. cough dry, no phlem, worse at night. How do you know if it s bacterial or viral and if I should go to the doctor for medicine or just wait it out 7-10 days?
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In bacterial infections the secretions will be more thick and may have yellowish tinge.If you notice symptoms decreasing in 3-4 days it is likely viral which will completely subside in 7 days.
Management of viral upper respiratory infection include drinking plenty of fluids and staying hydrated. You can take tylenol for pain and fever. Anti histamine -decongestant combination like Allegra-d can also be taken. Use saline nasal spray and steam inhalation to relieve nasal congestion.

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What Medicine Is Advisable For Headaches, Cough And Tiredness?

Hello, Thank you for trusting HealthcareMagic In bacterial infections the secretions will be more thick and may have yellowish tinge.If you notice symptoms decreasing in 3-4 days it is likely viral which will completely subside in 7 days. Management of viral upper respiratory infection include drinking plenty of fluids and staying hydrated. You can take tylenol for pain and fever. Anti histamine -decongestant combination like Allegra-d can also be taken. Use saline nasal spray and steam inhalation to relieve nasal congestion. Hope this answers your questions Please address further questions here Regards Dr.Lekshmi