Its just a cold but....

[lynbrown]

I am OAP and started a cold last Thursday. Its mostly in my head although my arms and legs ache at times. My nose is choked and I feel a bit miserable. What the best treatment? I had flu jag 3 weeks ago so am not worried about flu, its just a head cold. I had similar in summer but it went into a cough then my chest. I ended up with antibiotics. What can i do to feel better and get rid of it?

[Sqad]

Ibuprofen 600mgms twice daily and you will be fine by Monday.

[ummmm]

I don't think you can guarantee that Sqad....

[lynbrown]

Thanks, I will let you know.

[Sqad]

It's all about confidence ummmm....I am an optimist......not a pessimist.;-)

[ummmm]

Lol....

I've never had a cold....but if I do I'll take your advice :-)

[Sqad]

lyn....only let me know if i was correct in my prognostication..............................
....If
I was wrong, then don't bother ;-)

[jno]

if Sqad is wrong, get your heirs to tell him.

[coccinelle]

Why is Ibuprofen better than just plain paracetemol?

[Sqad]

coccinele.....both have equal analgesic properties dose for dose, but Ibuprofen scores on the anti-inflammatory properties and it is often the latter that makes one feel so ill.

[coccinelle]

Thanks for that explaination sqad

[Sqad]

coccinelle..;-)

[jake-the-peg]

Shh don't mess with Sqad's placebo!

[moiflan]

UMMMM.... you have never had a cold??

[nannybooby]

hot toddy at night and sweat it out, works for me

[andy-hughes]

Head for bed.

Keep the room warm, but have a window open a little for fresh air.

Drink plenty of fluids.

Eat regularly - hot food when possible.

Sleep as much as you are able.

[lynbrown]

Its Monday here is an update. I took the tablets, though not as many as suggested. I also bought Otravine which was a big help in getting me through the night by keeping my nose clear. I scarcely went out and stayed at home in a warm atmosphere and drank lots of tea. I feel a lot better today, still a bit nasally but no aches. thanks to all who wrote. Follow all the advice given, it really works on the simple cold.

[Sqad]

Lyn...Monday has arrived ;-)...thanks for the feedback.

[ummmm]

No, I've never had a cold.