What medicine should I take for cold and rhinitis?
Recently, with the weather changes and the arrival of the flu season, "what medicine to take for post-cold rhinitis" has become a hot topic. Many people experience rhinitis symptoms such as nasal congestion and runny nose after catching a cold, but they don’t know how to take appropriate medication. This article combines the hot discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to compile a structured guide to help you quickly relieve symptoms.
1. The relationship between colds and rhinitis
Colds (upper respiratory tract infections) often cause acute rhinitis, which is characterized by congestion of the nasal mucosa and increased secretions. According to medical statistics, about 80% of cold patients will be accompanied by rhinitis symptoms, which usually last 7-10 days.
2. Comparison of commonly used drug categories
| drug type | Representative medicine | Mechanism of action | Applicable symptoms | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| antihistamines | Loratadine, Cetirizine | Block histamine receptors | Sneezing, watery nasal discharge | May cause drowsiness |
| Decongestants | Pseudoephedrine, oxymetazoline | Shrink nasal mucosal blood vessels | When nasal congestion is severe | Continuous use ≤3 days |
| Nasal hormones | Budesonide, mometasone furoate | Anti-inflammatory and swelling | Persistent nasal congestion and inflammation | Need to be used regularly |
| Chinese patent medicine | Biyankang tablets, Tongqiao rhinitis tablets | Comprehensive conditioning | Mild symptoms or adjuvant treatment | Be aware of ingredient allergies |
3. Combination medication plan
Depending on the severity of symptoms, the following combinations are recommended:
| Symptom level | daytime medication | Nighttime medication | Course of treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mild (mainly runny nose) | Loratadine + saline rinse | Cetirizine | 3-5 days |
| Moderate (obvious nasal congestion) | Pseudoephedrine + budesonide nasal spray | Montelukast sodium | 5-7 days |
| Severe (affects sleep) | Combined use of antihistamines + decongestants + nasal spray hormones | Add a mucolytic agent | 7-10 days |
4. Answers to recent hotly searched questions
1.Are antibiotics needed?Unless there are signs of bacterial infection such as yellow purulent discharge accompanied by fever, antibiotics are not required.
2.Are Internet celebrity Japanese rhinitis medicines safe?Some contain powerful decongestants, which may cause rebound nasal congestion. It is recommended to use them as directed by your doctor.
3.How to take medicine during lactation?Normal saline irrigation is preferred, and low bioavailability nasal spray hormones are used if necessary.
5. Prevention and care suggestions
1. Daily nasal irrigation (normal saline or sea salt water) can reduce the recurrence rate of rhinitis by 40%
2. Keep indoor humidity at 50%-60% to reduce mucous membrane dryness
3. Avoid blowing your nose forcefully during a cold to prevent otitis media.
4. Vitamin C supplementation may shorten the course of the disease
6. When Do You Need Medical Treatment?
It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly if the following conditions occur: symptoms persist for more than 10 days without relief, repeated high fever, facial tenderness, bloody discharge, or vision changes.
Note: This article is for reference only. Please consult your doctor for specific medication. Recent hot search data shows that about 65% of netizens use their own medicines improperly, and 30% of them use the wrong medicines, which leads to aggravated side effects.
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