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Medications for Cold

There are no antiviral medications for common cold. Antibiotics cannot be used. Medications that can be used for managing symptoms include

•    analgesics like ibuprofen
•    Paracetamol
•    Ipratropium nasal spray is  an Anticholinergics
•    Honey is used for suppressing mild coughs. However it should not be given to infants younger than 1 year as it increases the risk of botulism

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