There is no quick-fix way to relieve a runny nose from a cold, but symptoms can be relieved by using nasal decongestants such as pseudoephedrine or non-selective antihistamines such as chlorpheniramine. The symptoms of a runny nose with a cold are due to viral infection causing congestion, edema, inflammatory exudation of the nasal mucosa, and copious secretion of mucous glands. If the symptoms can not tolerate can be symptomatic treatment, given hydroxymetazoline hydrochloride nasal drops, ephedrine nasal drops and other decongestants to shrink the nasal mucosa, or chlorpheniramine, clomustine and other antihistamines to relieve symptoms. Runny nose can also be caused by other diseases, such as allergic rhinitis. If the symptoms are not relieved or aggravated repeatedly, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time to clarify the cause of the disease and use reasonable medication under the guidance of the doctor. Don’t eat spicy and stimulating food during cold and flu, and pay attention to rest and drink more water.