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Suggest Safe And Effective Medicine For Runny Nose, Throat Pain And Headache

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Posted on Tue, 28 May 2013
Question: I have running nose,throat pain,headache from yesterday.can you suggest me the tablet
to free from this problem?
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Answered by Dr. Michelle Gibson James (44 minutes later)
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Running nose, throat pain, headache are usually symptoms of an upper respiratory infection which is usually caused by a virus. In some persons there may be bacterial infection of the throat or ears but this is not common.

You should consider the use a decongestant. This would help the runny nose. Decongestants can be oral or topical. Topical decongestants are OTRIVINE- you would use 1 drop twice a day.
The oral decongestant is normally combined with an antihistamine which would also help your. Some examples are actifed-dm, benadry cough syrup

These medications are available without a prescription


You can also consider the use of paracetamol to help with the headache and throat pain. This is also available without a prescription.

You need to get some rest and drink a lot of fluids.

I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Suggest Safe And Effective Medicine For Runny Nose, Throat Pain And Headache

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

Running nose, throat pain, headache are usually symptoms of an upper respiratory infection which is usually caused by a virus. In some persons there may be bacterial infection of the throat or ears but this is not common.

You should consider the use a decongestant. This would help the runny nose. Decongestants can be oral or topical. Topical decongestants are OTRIVINE- you would use 1 drop twice a day.
The oral decongestant is normally combined with an antihistamine which would also help your. Some examples are actifed-dm, benadry cough syrup

These medications are available without a prescription


You can also consider the use of paracetamol to help with the headache and throat pain. This is also available without a prescription.

You need to get some rest and drink a lot of fluids.

I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions