Colds are a common illness, and many people choose to take multiple cold medicines at the same time when they have a cold, hoping to relieve symptoms quickly. However, this practice of "mixing" multiple cold medicines has certain risks, which can easily lead to serious consequences such as liver and kidney failure. So, how to take medicine safely and effectively?
1. Cold medicine is not an ordinary food ornutraceutical, but a medicine
The use of the drug must follow the doctor's advice and the medication instructions on the drug leaflet. Therefore, when we choose a cold medicine, we should first consult a doctor or pharmacist to understand our condition and the medicine that is suitable for us.
2. Avoid "mixing and eating".The act of planting cold medicine
Different cold medicines may contain the same or similar ingredients, if you take multiple cold medicines at the same time, it is easy to cause the superposition of drug ingredients, increase the dose of the drug, and thus increase the toxicity of the drug***
In addition, different cold medicines may have different indications and contraindications, and simultaneous use may lead to interactions, affect the efficacy of the drug, and even produce adverse reactions. Therefore, we should choose a cold medicine that suits us and follow the advice of our doctor or pharmacist to take the correct medicine.
3. Pay attention to the dosage and temperature of cold medicineDuration of medication
The dosage of cold medicine should be determined according to one's weight, age and condition, and should not be increased or decreased at will. At the same time, the duration of cold medicine should also be taken according to the advice of the doctor or pharmacist, and should not be too long or too short. If symptoms do not improve, you should seek medical attention in a timely manner rather than blindly increasing the dose or prolonging the dose of the drug.
Fourth, pay attention to the cold medicineBenign reactions and contraindications
Cold medicines may cause some adverse reactions, such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, etc., and if these symptoms occur, you should stop the medicine and seek medical attention in time.
At the same time, there are some contraindications to cold medicines, such as pregnant women, lactating women, children, etc. are not suitable for the use of certain cold medicines, and should follow the advice of a doctor or pharmacist.
Fifth, pay attention to reasonablenessEat and rest
During a cold, we should take adequate rest, avoid overexertion, and pay attention to a balanced diet. A reasonable diet can enhance immunity, help the body fight the virus, and speed up**.
Summary: A cold is a common disease, we should follow the advice of a doctor or pharmacist when we have a cold, choose a cold medicine that is suitable for us, and take it according to the correct dosage and time. At the same time, we should also pay attention to the adverse reactions and contraindications of cold medicines to avoid adverse reactions or aggravation of the condition.