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Common cold
I have common cold. Is it better to take tablet or inhale Vicks Inhaler or take homemade remedies? I have been told that taking tablet as soon as I catch cold might reduce my immunity. Could you just help me out on what would be best. Thank you.
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It is better to take steam inhalation and do saline water gargling and avoid other harmfull medicine.
You can also take homoepathy medicine for it.
Homoepathy medicine give you the best treatment for it.
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Hi dear homoeopathic medicines will give you best results naturally by boosting the immune system
You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance
Medicines will reach you via courier services
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Homeopathy medication can be beneficial for all kind of disease s.
No side effects.
U can chat online for detail consultation and treatment.
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Dr Merlin
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hi I am dr Alok. I understand your concern homeopathic treatment offers best results in such cases without any side effects better consult with me online now on private chat
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Dr. Amit Kumar Poddar
Pulmonologist
44 yrs exp
Kolkata
Steam inhalation, warm saline gargles are good alternatives you might try
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Dr. Shiv Kumar Sharma
Ayurveda
38 yrs exp
Jaipur
Your problem is due to low immunity,U can take Kesari jivan 1 tsf bid with milk fortified with turmeric,for 3 months, also can take Decoction of Giloy Mulahathi Draksha anjeer black pepper
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U can take Haldi Ka halwa,haldi ki subji, anjeer Tulsi Draksha pistachio walnuts almonds Tikta katu kashaya ras dominant simple food, black pepper at the place of red chilli, avoid sour curd Kadi etc
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Dr. Karuna Chawla
Homoeopath
29 yrs exp
Noida
1. Do saline gargles daily.
2. Whenever possible do steam inhalation also.
3. Cover your nose and mouth with hanky for at least 30 sec when you go in dusty areas also when you go in and out of AC. As our nose is the most sensitive part of our body, When there is temperature difference between two rooms or inside n outside, then if we not protect our nose, it gets affected.
4. Drink Hot Liquids --Hot liquids relieve nasal congestion, prevent dehydration, and soothe the uncomfortably inflamed membranes that line your nose and throat.
5. Sleep With an Extra Pillow Under Your Head-- Elevating your head will help relieve congested nasal passages. If the angle is too awkward, try placing the pillows between the mattress and the box springs to create a more gradual slope.
6. Treat That Stuffy Nose With Warm Salt Water-- Salt-water rinsing helps break nasal congestion, while also removing virus particles and bacteria from your nose.
7. Blow Your Nose Often (and the Right Way)-- It's important to blow your nose regularly when you have a cold rather than sniffling mucus back into your head. But when you blow hard, pressure can carry germ-carrying phlegm back into your ear passages, causing earache. The best way to blow your nose: Press a finger over one nostril while you blow gently to clear the other.
Homeopathic treatment has very encouraging results. Consult online for details
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Dr. Lakin Vira
General Surgeon
14 yrs exp
Mumbai
Start with home remedies at first.
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