Treatment for the Common Cold

• Common Cold Treatment

Common cold treatment options include resting in bed, drinking plenty of fluids, and taking cold medications. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at common cold treatment methods and includes information about treating children with colds.

• Common Cold Medicine

Types of common cold medicine include nasal decongestants, antitussives, and antihistamines. This eMedTV segment takes an in-depth look at these and other types of common cold medicine, and explains how they help treat cold symptoms.

• Cause and Cure of the Common Cold

Researchers have studied the cause and cure of the common cold for years. The cause is viral in nature; the cure remains unknown. This eMedTV article discusses the cause and cure of the common cold and provides links to more information.

• Vitamin C and the Common Cold

Many people believe that there is a link between vitamin C and the common cold -- namely, that the vitamin can prevent colds. This eMedTV article explores the data on vitamin C and the common cold.

• Zinc and the Common Cold

Some people believe that there is a link between zinc and the common cold -- namely, that taking zinc lozenges can prevent colds. This eMedTV Web page discusses the data on zinc and the common cold, and looks at side effects of long-term zinc use.

• Common Cold Vaccine

There is no common cold vaccine -- and it is unlikely one will ever be found. This eMedTV article explains why developing a common cold vaccine is such a challenge.