0
There are four antiviral medicines, such as Tamiflu, that can help reduce the severity and length of the influenza illness (and other viral infections). They should be given within the first 48 hours of onset of symptoms to be effective. There is no similar medicine for the common cold yet. For colds the way to get well faster is to treat the symptoms of cough, fever, aches, etc. with over-the-counter medicines and to rest in bed and drink plenty of fluids.
What else can I help you with?
What is the importance of getting the flu vaccine?
Getting the flu vaccine is important because it helps protect you from getting sick with the flu virus. It can also reduce the severity of symptoms if you do get sick, and help prevent the spread of the flu to others.
What causes colds flu and AIDS?
Viruses.
Colds flu and salmonella are all infectious diseases colds and flu are viral salmonella is bacterial that can be spread by failure of people to adequately wash their hands Are there other be?
common cold flu salmonella
How effective is zinc in preventing or treating the flu?
Studies have shown that zinc may help reduce the duration and severity of flu symptoms, but more research is needed to determine its overall effectiveness in preventing or treating the flu.
Are there colds in Finland?
Flu is very common in Finland, especially during the flu seasons.
How was the Black Death tranmitted?
same as flu and colds
What kind of infection cause both colds and the flu?
Both colds and flu are caused by viruses, with colds commonly caused by rhinoviruses and flu commonly caused by influenza viruses. Both types of viruses infect the respiratory system, leading to symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, and a runny nose.
Why is it a habit not to go to work or school if you have colds?
man flu
Why do colds and flu exist?
They exist because particular flu causing germs called bacteria and viruses exist. Colds and flu are extremely common because it is contagious meaning the germs spread easily from contact with the infected person.
Does Emily osment get colds and the flu?
Yes. Because she's a human.
What is an example of airborne transmission?
TB FLU COLDS MEASLES etc
How are colds and the flu usually passed?
sneeze sneeze and cough cough
