There is no quick cure for colds, but general treatment and medication can be used to help recover from a cold. Colds are infectious diseases of the upper respiratory tract caused by viral infections, and can be categorized into common colds and influenza. Common colds are self-limiting and do not require medication if the symptoms are mild. General treatments such as rest and drinking plenty of fluids are sufficient. Influenza requires early use of antiviral drugs such as oseltamivir. The rest of the symptoms can be treated symptomatically. If nasal congestion and runny nose are severe, decongestants such as pseudoephedrine hydrochloride and antihistamines such as loratadine can be given to improve symptoms. For cough and sputum symptoms can also be symptomatic use of aminoglutethimide, bromhexine and other drugs for treatment. If there is fever and the fever is high, acetaminophen and other antipyretic and analgesic drugs can be given. If the cold symptoms are more serious, it is recommended to consult a doctor in a timely manner, under the guidance of the doctor reasonable treatment, so as to avoid delaying the condition.