Adults with colds and nasal congestion and runny nose can be given symptomatic medications such as decongestants like pseudoephedrine, or cold medications such as cotrimoxazole tablets. Colds are caused by viral infections, and the clinical manifestations of the common cold are mostly upper respiratory tract-related symptoms, such as runny nose, sneezing, nasal congestion, throat irritation or discomfort, which may be accompanied by fever, and fewer systemic symptoms. The symptoms of nasal congestion and runny nose of influenza are generally mild. Common cold to rest, symptomatic treatment, for nasal congestion, runny nose can be used decongestants such as pseudoephedrine, can significantly improve the symptoms of nasal congestion; or take a combination of preparations such as compound aminophenolamine, can improve the discomfort of the symptoms of the flu. Oseltamivir can be taken orally at an early stage if the flu is confirmed. The common cold usually resolves in about 1 week. If the cold does not resolve or worsens, you should seek medical advice. The above medications are recommended to be used under the supervision of a doctor and avoid self-medication.