Cold Articles A-Z

Cure for the Common Cold

Despite marketing claims to the contrary, there is no cure for the common cold. As explained in this eMedTV article, claims have been made for zinc, vitamin C, and echinacea -- but none of these can actually get rid of the common cold.

Dephenhydramine

Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine product commonly used for treating allergies. This eMedTV Web page explains what else diphenhydramine is used for and lists its potential side effects. Dephenhydramine is a common misspelling of diphenhydramine.

Diagnosing Sinusitis

As this part of the eMedTV archives explains, there are no tests regularly used to confirm that a person has acute sinusitis. This article takes you through the process of diagnosing a sinus infection, including some of the questions your doctor may ask.

Difenhidramine

Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine drug available both over the counter and by prescription. This eMedTV page explains what the product is used for and lists various diphenhydramine products. Difenhidramine is a common misspelling of diphenhydramine.

Diphenhydamine

Diphenhydramine is an ingredient commonly found in allergy drugs and sleep aids. This eMedTV page lists various diphenhydramine products and explains what side effects may occur with the drug. Diphenhydamine is a common misspelling of diphenhydramine.

Diphenhydamine HCl

Diphenhydramine is used for treating allergies, insomnia, and other conditions. This eMedTV Web page explores the various forms and potential side effects of this medication. Diphenhydamine HCl is a common variation and misspelling of diphenhydramine.

Diphenhydram

Diphenhydramine is a medicine used to treat insomnia, allergies, or other conditions. This eMedTV article describes various diphenhydramine products and lists potential side effects of the drug. Diphenhydram is a common misspelling of diphenhydramine.

Diphenhydramine

Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine used for treating various conditions, including allergy symptoms. This eMedTV page lists other uses, describes the various forms that this drug comes in, and explores its potential side effects.

Diphenhydramine 25 mg

The usual diphenhydramine dose for allergies is diphenhydramine 25 mg to 50 mg every four to six hours. This eMedTV segment also offers dosing guidelines for the treatment of insomnia, allergic reactions, and motion sickness.

Diphenhydramine 50 mg

The diphenhydramine dosage for treating insomnia is diphenhydramine 50 mg taken 30 minutes before bedtime. This eMedTV resource also offers dosing recommendations for the treatment of allergies, cold symptoms, and allergic reactions.

Diphenhydramine Adverse Reactions

As with any medication, side effects are possible with diphenhydramine. Adverse reactions, as this eMedTV page explains, may include indigestion, drowsiness, and dizziness. Serious side effects that require medical attention are also listed here.

Diphenhydramine and Breastfeeding

There is conflicting information regarding the safety of using diphenhydramine while breastfeeding. This eMedTV article offers more details on this topic, and explains what problems may occur if you use this drug while nursing.

Diphenhydramine and Pregnancy

The full risks of using diphenhydramine during human pregnancy are currently unknown. As this eMedTV page explains, however, based on animal studies, the drug does not appear to present a risk to a developing fetus.

Diphenhydramine as a Sleep Aid

Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine drug used for treating various conditions. As this eMedTV resource explains, many people use diphenhydramine as a sleep aid. This article offers information on how the medication works for insomnia.

Diphenhydramine Dosage

The usual dose of diphenhydramine for treating insomnia is 50 mg taken 30 minutes before bedtime. This eMedTV page also includes dosing guidelines for the treatment of allergy or cold symptoms, motion sickness, and other conditions.

Diphenhydramine HCl

Diphenhydramine HCl is an antihistamine commonly used for treating allergies and insomnia. This eMedTV resource covers other diphenhydramine uses, describes the effects of this medication, and explains how it works for various conditions.

Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride Information

Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine approved to treat allergies, insomnia, and other conditions. This eMedTV page provides more information on diphenhydramine hydrochloride, including potential side effects and precautions for the drug.

Diphenhydramine Oral

There are many forms of diphenhydramine (oral, injectable, and topical forms), all with different uses. This eMedTV article lists the oral forms of diphenhydramine currently available and explains how the medication works for various conditions.

Diphenhydramine Overdose

As this eMedTV segment explains, an overdose of diphenhydramine may cause nausea and vomiting, drowsiness, or flushing. This article provides a list of other possible overdose symptoms and explains what steps a doctor may take to treat an overdose.

Diphenhydramine Side Effects

Potentially serious side effects of diphenhydramine include seizures, hallucinations, and anemia. As this eMedTV article explains, however, most side effects of this drug (such as drowsiness or fatigue) are mild and do not require medical attention.

Diphenhydromine

Diphenhydramine is commonly used as an allergy medicine and sleep aid. This eMedTV resource explores other benefits of diphenhydramine and offers general warnings for this product. Diphenhydromine is a common misspelling of diphenhydramine.

Diphenydramine

Diphenhydramine is approved to treat allergies, insomnia, and many other conditions. This eMedTV Web page explains how diphenhydramine works and lists some of its potential side effects. Diphenydramine is a common misspelling of diphenhydramine.

Do Neti Pots Work?

How effective are neti pots? As this eMedTV page explains, neti pots (and other nasal irrigation methods) have shown to be effective in reducing allergy symptoms, limiting the need for allergy medications, and treating upper respiratory tract infections.

Does Astragalus Work?

Astragalus is supposedly useful for many conditions, but does it really work? This eMedTV page explores the effectiveness of astragalus for various uses, including the treatment of cancer and chronic hepatitis, and stresses the need for more research.

Does Echinacea Work?

Echinacea supplements are often used as a remedy for the common cold, but does echinacea work? This page on the eMedTV site explores the effectiveness of echinacea for treating or preventing the common cold, yeast infections, and other uses.

Does Sinupret Work?

Sinupret is believed to be a useful supplement, but does it work as well as claimed? This page on the eMedTV site explores the effectiveness of Sinupret for the treatment of chronic sinusitis, sinus infections, bronchitis, and ear infections.

Drug Interactions With Chlorpheniramine

Phenothiazine medications, MAOIs, and pramlintide may cause chlorpheniramine drug interactions. This eMedTV segment lists other medicines that may interact with chlorpheniramine and explores the potential risks of these drug interactions.

Drug Interactions With Diphenhydramine

MAOIs, pramlintide, and phenothiazine are medicines that can cause drug interactions with diphenhydramine. This eMedTV segment lists other medications that cause interactions and describes the potential risks of these interactions.

Drug Interactions With Pseudoephedrine

Bromocriptine, cannabinoids, and MAOIs are medicines that may cause pseudoephedrine drug interactions. This eMedTV page explains what may happen if these drugs are taken with pseudoephedrine and lists other drugs that may cause an interaction.

Dyphenhydramine

There are many diphenhydramine products available, all with different uses. As this eMedTV page explains, some are used to treat insomnia, while others are used for relieving allergy symptoms. Diphenydramine is a common misspelling of diphenhydramine.

Echinacea

Echinacea is an herbal supplement most often used to treat or prevent the common cold or the flu. This eMedTV resource explores other possible benefits of echinacea, explains how the supplement works, and lists potential side effects of the product.

Echinacea and Breastfeeding

It is not known if echinacea is either safe or unsafe for breastfeeding women. This part of the eMedTV library offers a more in-depth look at echinacea and breastfeeding, and explores whether the herbal supplement passes through breast milk.

Echinacea and Pregnancy

There is currently not enough scientific evidence to know if echinacea is safe for pregnant women. This eMedTV Web page provides more information on echinacea and pregnancy, and explores the safety of using the supplement while pregnant.

Echinacea Dosage

The most effective and safe echinacea dosage has not been scientifically established yet. This eMedTV resource explores what is considered reasonable echinacea dosing and offers tips on finding an echinacea product from a reliable manufacturer.

Echinacea Doseage

A safe and effective echinacea dosage has not been established at this time. This eMedTV Web page explains why standard dosing information is not available for echinacea supplements. Echinacea doseage is a common misspelling of echinacea dosage.

Echinacea Drug Interactions

A number of medications could theoretically cause echinacea drug interactions. As this article from the eMedTV Web site explains, echinacea might increase the level of many other medications in the blood, possibly increasing the risk of side effects.

Echinacea Overdose

It is not clear exactly what to expect from an echinacea overdose or whether an overdose is even possible. This eMedTV segment explores the potential effects of an overdose and explains what steps a doctor may take to treat an overdose of echinacea.

Echinacea Side Effects

Potential side effects of echinacea include dry mouth, diarrhea, and fever. As this eMedTV article explains, other unpredictable echinacea side effects are also possible due to contaminants (other herbs, drugs, or heavy metals) in certain products.

Echinacea Species

There are several different echinacea species, but only three are used medicinally. This eMedTV article lists these three species of echinacea and explains which species you should choose when looking for an echinacea supplement.

Echinacea Supplement Information

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the herbal supplement echinacea. Information includes what it is used for (and whether it works), if it is safe, dosing, side effects, warnings, precautions, and the different species.

Echinecea

Echinacea is a supplement often used for treating the common cold. This eMedTV page explains what else echinacea is used for and explains what to discuss with your doctor before using the product. Echinecea is a common misspelling of echinacea dosage.

Effects of Afrin

Afrin is an over-the-counter medicine used to treat nasal congestion caused by various conditions. This eMedTV Web segment takes a closer look at the effects of Afrin, including why it is important not to use this drug for more than three days.

Euchinacea

Many people use echinacea supplements for treating the common cold. This article on the eMedTV site covers other echinacea uses, describes the product's effects, and lists its potential side effects. Euchinacea is a common misspelling of echinacea.

Generic Sudafed PE

As this eMedTV page explains, Sudafed PE (phenylephrine hydrochloride) tablets are available in generic form, but the liquid form of Sudafed PE is not. This page also covers the difference between generic Sudafed PE and generic Sudafed.

Generic Tavist

Tavist is currently available in both brand-name and generic form. This article from the eMedTV archives explains what forms and strengths are available for generic Tavist and offers general manufacturer information for these products.

How to Use a Neti Pot

Having poor technique when using a neti pot can increase your risk of side effects. This page from the eMedTV library contains information on how to use a neti pot correctly and describes common usage problems with this product.

Is Afrin Addictive?

It is possible to become addicted to Afrin if you use the nasal spray for more than three days. This eMedTV resource further addresses the question, "Is Afrin addictive?" This page also discusses tips on how to stop using this medication.

Is Astragalus Safe?

As this segment from the eMedTV archives explains, when used appropriately, astragalus is probably safe for many people. This article further explores this issue and offers other general safety precautions for this herbal supplement.

Is Diphenhydramine Addictive?

This eMedTV Web page addresses the question, "Is diphenhydramine addictive?" As this article explains, the drug is not usually addicting. However, people may sometimes become dependent on the medication in order to fall asleep.

Is Echinacea Safe?

Many people may wonder, "Is echinacea safe?" This section of the eMedTV archives offers some general echinacea safety warnings and precautions, and explains who may be at a higher risk for developing problems due to echinacea supplements.

Is Sinupret Safe?

This eMedTV segment addresses the question, "Is Sinupret safe?" As this page explains, Sinupret appears to be relatively safe for most people. This article describes the theoretical problems that may occur with this product and offers general warnings.

Is the Common Cold Contagious?

Is the common cold contagious? Yes, it is. However, as this eMedTV article explains, the common cold is not nearly as contagious as other viruses, such as chickenpox or the flu.

Nasal Irrigation

Nasal irrigation involves rinsing the nasal passages to treat allergies and other conditions. This eMedTV article tells you how to get started with this process, including information on selecting the right device and making your own saline solution.

Nasal Irrigation Recipe

As this part of the eMedTV Web site explains, if you are irrigating your sinuses, you don't have to buy a saline solution -- you can make your own. This article provides a nasal irrigation recipe, with instructions on how to use and store it.

Neddi Pot

The neti pot is a device designed to flush out the nasal and sinus cavities. This eMedTV Web page explores the benefits of the neti pot and offers information on how to use this nasal irrigation device. Neddi pot is a common misspelling of neti pot.

Neddy Pot

The neti pot is useful for promoting nasal hygiene and treating various nasal or sinus problems. This eMedTV article discusses neti pot uses in more detail and explores the benefits of this product. Neddy pot is a common misspelling of neti pot.

Nedi Pot

Neti pots are used to flush out the nasal passages to clear out excess mucus and allergens. This eMedTV resource explains how the neti pot works and offers general warnings and precautions for this product. Nedi pot is a common misspelling of neti pot.

Neo-Synephrine

Neo-Synephrine is a non-prescription nasal spray used to relieve congestion caused by allergies or a cold. This eMedTV article offers a more in-depth look at this medication, including information on how it works, side effects, and safety precautions.

Neo-Synephrine Addiction

If you use Neo-Synephrine for more than three days in a row, you may become dependent on this nasal spray. This eMedTV page further discusses addiction to Neo-Synephrine, including information on why this happens and tips on discontinuing use.

Neo-Synephrine Dosage

This eMedTV page explains that the recommended dosage of Neo-Synephrine depends on which product you use. Some formulations can be used every four hours, while other products can only be used twice daily. This page also offers tips on using the drug.

Neo-Synephrine Drug Information

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the drug Neo-Synephrine. Information includes its uses, dosing, side effects, warnings, and possible drug interactions.

Neo-Synephrine Drug Interactions

Tricyclic antidepressants and MAOIs are some of the drugs that may negatively interact with Neo-Synephrine. This eMedTV page offers a list of other medicines that may cause drug interactions with Neo-Synephrine and describes the problems that may occur.

Neo-Synephrine Side Effects

Possible Neo-Synephrine side effects include nasal dryness, sneezing, and temporary burning. This eMedTV resource further describes other side effects seen with the drug and explains which ones are serious and require immediate medical attention.

Neo-Synephrine Uses

Neo-Synephrine can help treat nasal and sinus problems caused by several conditions. This eMedTV Web page takes an in-depth look at these uses for Neo-Synephrine, including information on specific approved uses, off-label uses, and its use in children.

Neo-Synephrine Warnings and Precautions

Neo-Synephrine may not be safe for people who have conditions such as glaucoma, diabetes, or heart disease. This eMedTV article provides other important precautions and warnings with Neo-Synephrine, including information on those who should not use it.

Neosynephrine

Neo-Synephrine is an over-the-counter decongestant approved to treat nasal and sinus congestion. This eMedTV Web resource also describes some safety precautions and possible side effects. Neosynephrine is a common misspelling of Neo-Synephrine.

Neti Nasal Pots

Neti pots are nasal irrigation devices used for treating various nasal or sinus conditions. This part of the eMedTV library describes some of the benefits of using neti pots for nasal conditions and offers information on how to use them.

Neti Pot

A neti pot is a device used to flush out the nasal cavity with a saline solution. As this eMedTV Web page explains, the device is frequently used to treat various nasal or sinus conditions, such as allergies, sinus infections, or the common cold.

Neti Pot Benefits

Neti pots are claimed to be helpful for treating allergies and various other nasal or sinus conditions. This eMedTV article lists other benefits of using a neti pot, explains how the device works, and discusses its use in children.

Neti Pot Information

This eMedTV Web presentation provides information on neti pots. Topics includes how to use them and whether they work, along with safety and side effect information.

Neti Pot Instructions

Using a neti pot can take a little practice in order to get it "just right." This article from the eMedTV archives provides step-by-step instructions on using a neti pot. Details on how to help prevent side effects are also included in this article.