What medicine should I take if I have cold and body aches?
Colds are common respiratory diseases, often accompanied by symptoms such as body aches, fever, and nasal congestion. In the past 10 days, there has been a lot of discussion on cold medicines across the Internet, especially methods for relieving body pain. This article will provide you with structured data and analysis based on recent hot topics and medical advice.
1. Recent popular cold medicine topics
| Topic keywords | Search volume (last 10 days) | Main discussion content |
|---|---|---|
| cold body aches | 1.2 million+ | How to quickly relieve pain, drug selection |
| Ibuprofen | 950,000+ | Fever-reducing and analgesic effect, suitable for people |
| Acetaminophen | 880,000+ | Side effects, combination with other drugs |
| Chinese cold medicine | 650,000+ | Effects of Lianhua Qingwen and Isatis Root |
| Cold diet therapy | 500,000+ | Ginger soup, honey water, etc. can help relieve pain |
2. Commonly used drugs for cold and body pain
For body pain caused by colds, the following drugs are the most discussed and medically recommended options recently:
| Drug name | Mechanism of action | Applicable symptoms | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ibuprofen | NSAIDs, inhibit prostaglandin synthesis | Moderate pain, fever | Use with caution in those with gastrointestinal discomfort |
| Acetaminophen | Inhibits central nervous system prostaglandin synthesis | Mild to moderate pain, fever | Contraindicated in patients with hepatic insufficiency |
| Aspirin | Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antipyretic | Pain and fever in adults | Use with caution in children (may cause Reye's syndrome) |
| Lianhua Qingwen Capsules | Traditional Chinese medicine compound, clearing away heat and detoxifying | Colds accompanied by muscle aches | Not suitable for colds and colds |
3. Suggestions on drug selection
1.Medication for adults: Ibuprofen or acetaminophen are preferred, both are effective at relieving pain and fever. Ibuprofen has a stronger anti-inflammatory effect, but is more irritating to the gastrointestinal tract; acetaminophen is more suitable for people with normal liver function but gastrointestinal sensitivity.
2.Medication for children: Acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) or ibuprofen (such as Motrin) is recommended, and the dose must be calculated strictly based on body weight. Avoid aspirin.
3.Chinese medicine combination: Recent data shows that 39% of patients will choose a combination of Chinese and Western medicine. For example, when taking acetaminophen, take isatis root granules at the same time, but the interval should be more than 2 hours.
4. Complementary therapies that have been hotly discussed recently
| method | support rate | Effect description |
|---|---|---|
| Ginger brown sugar water | 72% | Warm up the cold and help relieve muscle soreness |
| Apply heat to painful area | 68% | Promote local blood circulation |
| Vitamin C supplement | 55% | Controversial, may shorten the course of the disease but the effect is limited |
5. Medication precautions
1. Avoid overdose: acetaminophen should not exceed 4 grams per day, and ibuprofen should not exceed 1.2 grams per day (adults).
2. Do not mix medicines of the same type: Taking multiple cold medicines containing acetaminophen at the same time may lead to poisoning.
3. Special groups: Pregnant women prefer acetaminophen; patients with high blood pressure should use compound cold medicine containing pseudoephedrine with caution.
4. Duration of medication: Painkillers should be used for no more than 3 days in a row, and medications for fever symptoms should be used for no more than 5 days.
6. When Do You Need Medical Treatment?
If the following situations occur, it is recommended to seek medical treatment in time instead of self-medication:
- Pain that continues to get worse or lasts for more than 1 week
- Body temperature lasts above 39℃ for more than 3 days
- Allergic reactions such as rash, difficulty breathing, etc.
- Confusion or stiff neck
Recent data shows that about 17% of cold patients seek medical treatment due to severe body pain, and most of them improve their symptoms after adjusting their medication regimen. It is recommended to take medication rationally while resting and drinking plenty of water to promote recovery.
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