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Rest at home
FOR COUGH
Increase fluids (especially water)
Suck on cough drops or hard sweets (candy)
Use a cool air humidifier in room
Avoid lung irritants such as smoke, household cleaners or allergens
Over-the-counter cough medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Guaifenesin
Dextromethorphan
FOR FEVER
Apply cool cloth to forehead or armpits
Drink plenty of fluids (especially water)
Avoid alcohol, tea and coffee as these drinks can cause slight dehydration
Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
Aspirin (Do not give to children or adolescents)
FOR PAIN
Apply hot or cold packs to the area
Relaxation techniques
Distraction
Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
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