There are common colds and influenza, and by cold we generally mean the common cold. There is no cold and cough quickly stop cough the most effective way. The common cold is caused by viral infection, mainly manifested as nasal symptoms, such as sneezing, nasal congestion, running watery nose, can also be manifested as cough, dry throat, throat itching. Treatment is mainly symptomatic, while quitting smoking, paying attention to rest, drinking more water, maintaining indoor air circulation and preventing secondary bacterial infections. 1. Symptomatic treatment: For those with acute cough or severe cough, cough suppressants such as dextromethorphan can be used as prescribed by the doctor. 2. Antibiotic treatment: Antibiotics are not necessary for common cold. If there is a bacterial infection, antibiotics can be used according to local epidemiologic history and experience. 3. Antiviral drugs: For immunodeficient patients, they can be used routinely at an early stage. Oseltamivir can be used on medical advice. Colds are self-healing, generally 5-7 days can be cured, if the cold and cough has not been well, or even worsening symptoms, you should immediately go to the hospital, under the guidance of a professional doctor for treatment, to avoid self-diagnosis and treatment, delay the condition.