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module menu icon Treatment for Colds

There is no treatment to get rid of a cold, but there are things you can do to help relieve the symptoms.

Getting enough rest, sleep, keeping warm and drinking plenty of fluids can all help to make the patient feel better.

You could also recommend products to help relieve a blocked nose such as decongestants.

Antibiotics are not recommended for treating colds as they are only effective against bacterial infections, and as colds are caused by viruses they won't help to relieve symptoms or speed up recovery time.