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






