Principle 1: Don’t rush to reduce fever when you have a cold and fever
Fever is a defensive reaction of the body, which helps to annihilate the invading germs, but when the fever is high (above 39℃), the fever should be reduced under the guidance of a doctor.
The best way to reduce fever is physical cooling, such as cold compresses, alcohol baths, etc. If the physical method can not make the body temperature drop, can be used with antipyretic drugs.
Commonly used antipyretic drugs are: Anacin nasal drops, Sanlietong, Tylenol, etc.
Principle 2, antibiotics should not be used casually
The majority of colds are viral infections and antibiotics are not effective against viruses.
Commonly used antiviral drugs are: triazolide, platelet flush, dipyridamole (Pansentin). Drugs can be used as appropriate, with more reliable results and fewer side effects.
Only these conditions can be considered in combination with antibiotics: prevention of secondary bacterial infections in infants under 6 months of age; those with significantly higher total white blood cell count or neutrophils in blood tests; those who frequently suffer from tonsillitis and develop bronchitis or pneumonia.
Principle 3: 5 notes on the use of western medicine
(1) The dose should not be too large and should not be taken for too long.
(2) Drink more water during medication to facilitate the absorption and excretion of drugs and reduce the toxicity of drugs to the body.
(3) Children under 3 years old should not take paracetamol orally or by injection because their liver and kidneys are not yet mature.
(4) Do not use antipyretic drugs if the child or his family members have a history of allergy to antipyretic drugs.
(5) Do not take antipyretics at the same time with alkaline drugs, such as baking soda, aminophylline, etc., as this will reduce the effect of antipyretics.
Principle 4, Chinese medicine need to identify the evidence of treatment
Chinese medicine believes that colds are caused by feeling the wind evil, divided into two categories: wind-cold colds and wind-heat colds, and the efficacy of discriminatory treatment is reliable, you can use antelope cold tablets, mulberry cold tablets, etc. under the guidance of doctors.
Hygiene – keep away from germs and caution against diseases
1.For those who are resistant or at high risk, flu vaccination can be given before the peak of flu epidemic.
2.Family members should wash their hands immediately after going home to avoid bringing germs home.
3.During the influenza epidemic, pay attention to environmental hygiene at workplaces, schools and homes, and it is best to wear a mask if you are infected with influenza.
4.Reduce access to public places, especially for young children with poor resistance.
5.Adequate sleep, normal diet and more exercise are necessary to strengthen your resistance.