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Medicating myself

Luvsmyfam — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 03:17:43 GMT

well qvc friends,I was around snarty,snotty coughing kids thanksgiving day.guess what?my chest feels heavy,I have a tickle in my throat,and feel like yuck.i now am on my own paying for prescriptions,so I'm hoping I can dr myself.i have vicks on my chest which always helps and have day and nighttime cough syrup on hand.please,any suggestions will be appreciated

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Katcat1 — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 03:33:42 GMT

If possible, drink plenty of water. Feel better.

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Love my grandkids — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 03:34:48 GMT

@Luvsmyfam Oh I'm so sorry! It sounds dreadful and a shame you had to be around awful kids. I always like Vicks, it helps and is so soothing. Be sure to drink plenty of water so you stay hydrated and of course rest as much as you can.

Soup is a big help. I'm sure you'll get some good advice here. Rest and take care.

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Foxxee — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 05:49:24 GMT

@Luvsmyfam

I'm concerned you say your chest feels heavy. If you begin having a temperature, congestion in your lungs, and shortness of breath, see a doctor pronto.

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rms1954 — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 03:48:53 GMT

Zicam.

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Luvsmyfam — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 03:51:37 GMT

Thank-you all for responding.yes,I am taking all advice.i stink to vicks,but who cares.i have chicken noodle soup on hand,and I will drink plenty of water.what is everyone's opinion of cold and flu over the counter meds?

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Luvsmyfam — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 03:53:02 GMT

@rms1954 is Zicam over the counter?being dumb founded here,but what is it?

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rms1954 — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 03:59:30 GMT

Yes. They have a few different versions. You can google it and read all about it. Available at any drug store, walmart, target, etc.

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JeanLouiseFinch — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 03:59:19 GMT

Nasal rinsing with saline packets, either using a neti pot or Neilmed bottle. Make sure you use distilled water or boil your own and cool it down. This process is great for getting the crud and germs out of your sinuses. It's good for you even when you aren't sick.

hope you feel better soon.

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Drythe — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 04:18:52 GMT

@Luvsmyfam

Suggest you monitor your temperature 🤒

just in case.

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qbetzforreal — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 04:29:00 GMT

Mucinex- expectorant, saline nasal solution and lots and lots of water.

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piperbay — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 12:02:26 GMT

I always rely on packets of Emergen-c packets with vitamin C . Take about two or three during the day.

An old fashioned cough remedy that has helped is taking one cup of hot water, one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and one tablespoon of honey together as a hot toddy.

I don't have a problem taking aspirin and that is a big help too.

Vicks VapoRub on soles of feet is effective for a cough too.The skin on the soles of the feet have receptors that will help stop cough.

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LindaSal — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 13:10:12 GMT

I also like Mucinex for a cold. There are several different kinds for different symptoms but in my experience they work well. I had asked a friend pharmacist at one point what the best cold medicine was and that was his answer. Feel better.

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Eileen in Virginia — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 14:17:08 GMT

Try Ricola lemon mint or cherry cough drops for that annoying tickle in your throat. They taste good and they're soothing.

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Krimpette — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 14:24:44 GMT

I always take lots of Vitamin C when I feel a cold coming on. If I have it on hand, also Zicam.

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Jersey Born — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 11:12:27 GMT

I also hope you feel better soon.

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wagirl — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 14:50:29 GMT

I don't take much for a cold---just something for pain and aches, maybe some cough drops for a sore throat. Most the OTC stuff makes my heart do weird things so I don't bother--however--take your temp and IF needed--go get tested----

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Desertdi — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 15:17:15 GMT

Elderberry....(google it)

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haddon9 — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 15:43:01 GMT

Water, chicken soup, zinc & quercetin (helps the zinc to get into your cells), vitamin C, vitamin D3, humidifier or steam.

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m0rgan — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 15:53:05 GMT

I have elderberry syrup I keep in the refrigerator. If I know I will be with groups of people, especially children, I start taking it about a week or 2 ahead. I also have Zicam sticks which my dentist recommended for flights, being with a lot of people you don't know. You just rub in your nasal passages and hopefully that helps. It is hard to keep well these days. Hope you feel better quickly.