There are plenty of over-the-counter remedies for the common cold, but some carry significant risks, and their efficacy is dubious. The latter applies to phenylephrine, an active ingredient in common ...

The common cold strikes most adults two to three times annually, leaving millions searching for relief from the familiar symptoms of congestion, sore throat, and persistent coughing. While no cure ...

As winter’s chill settles in, millions of Americans will reach for over-the-counter medications to combat the seasonal surge of stuffy noses and congestion. But a startling revelation about one of the ...

Home Consumer 5onyourside Stay home and use these remedies to kick that winter cold A runny nose, scratchy throat, and deep cough can make even simple daily tasks feel miserable. While there’s no ...

You wake up with a stuffed nose and a scratchy throat. Or perhaps it’s body aches and a cough that won’t quit. All of these symptoms may point to one of the four respiratory bugs that typically ...

As the crisp air of fall arrives, so does the inevitable season of sniffles, sore throats, and congestion. While over-the-counter medicines can provide relief, many people look for natural remedies ...

Q. I saw the news recently that the Food and Drug Administration is proposing to remove a popular ingredient in over-the-counter decongestants because it isn’t effective. Is there a cold remedy that ...