If the symptoms of a cold, runny nose and sore throat are mild, there is no need for special medication to cure them, but if the symptoms are more serious, it is recommended to treat the symptoms. 1. No treatment is needed: colds are caused by viral infections, the common cold is self-limiting, there is no effective antiviral drugs, if the symptoms are mild, no antiviral treatment, usually 7 to 10 days to recover, we recommend eating a light diet, eat more vegetables and fruits, proper hydration, and more rest. 2. Symptomatic treatment: If the condition is serious, symptomatic treatment can also be used to alleviate the symptoms and shorten the course of the disease. If the runny nose and sneezing are more obvious, you can use pseudoephedrine hydrochloride and hydroxymetazoline nasal drops. Sore throat can use oral sprays, such as open throat sword spray, gold throat sword spray, etc. If the combination of bacterial infection, you can use antibiotics such as cefixime, cefaclor. If you need to use medication for a cold with a runny nose and sore throat, you should strictly follow your doctor’s instructions and avoid self-medication.