After helping us last week, Boticaria García returns to Sosnsoles Now to explain to us the fundamental differences between colds and flu The difference between paracetamol and ibuprofentwo of the most commonly used drugs.
There was controversy because in France they wanted to withdraw flu medicine containing pseudoephedrine because it was found that people with high blood pressure problems should not use it, and in this country there have been problems with encephalopathy. Europe is still investigating and Spain has not withdrawn. “Everything you buy at the drugstore is safe”“said the pharmacist.
Regarding the difference between the flu and a cold, if we think we have the flu we must Pay attention to symptoms Examples include high fever, muscle aches, and headaches. However, colds are concentrated in the nose: we have a runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing.
Not all medications are effective for both. on the one hand, anti-fluwe have combinations of paracetamol, ibuprofen or acetylsalicylic acid, to which an antihistamine is added and in some cases dextromethorphan, which is what’s included in speech syrup.
Which is stronger, sachets, pills or syrup? To know this, it’s best to look at the prescription. When it says “forte” you usually think it’s stronger, but actually these are the ones with 1mg of paracetamol. Now, however, “it’s more about marketing.”
For colds, on the other hand, we have antihistamines, which stop the tearing.we still have nasal spray, can be used but be careful as it can snag. “It’s hard to get away from it,” he said.
Hypertonic serum is another option for relieving congestion, and it’s better than saline because it’s more concentrated.return Menthol It helps open the airways, but be aware that it cannot be used by children under six years of age as bronchospasm may occur.
Boticaria García also explained to us Reasons why we snore And how we can silence these sounds while we sleep. do not miss it!