Colds are a common illness and the most common cold symptoms are a sore throat, cough and nasal mucus. For many people, the latter tends to be a relatively late symptom, so treating the sore throat and cough first can be very useful in treating the whole course of the cold. A common and effective combination of medicines used to treat colds and sore throats is Vitamin C Yin Qiao tablets, together with Niu Huang Xie Tu Wei tablets or San Huang tablets (depending on the dosage used) and Ban Lan Gen granules. If the condition is serious, it is best to take the medication under the supervision of a doctor with the correct prescription, usually with antibiotic drugs such as amoxicillin or cephalosporin. It is especially worth remembering that antibiotics are not recommended for early stage sore throats without severe symptoms. If antibiotic-type drugs are taken in excess, they can lead to viruses becoming resistant to the drugs. In addition to specialized medication for colds and sore throats, patients should also build up their own resistance. Patients should pay attention to their own exercise. In terms of diet, the main attention should be paid to eat less spicy, greasy, cold food, and eat more fruits and vegetables. Drink more water, pay attention to rest, avoid adverse stimuli, supplement vitamin C and so on. (The specific medication mentioned in this article should be based on expert face-to-face consultation).