What medication should be taken for upper respiratory tract infection?

For upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs), medications such as Compound Paracetamol and Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets, Pudilan Anti-inflammatory Oral Liquid, Ambroxol Hydrochloride Oral Solution, Amoxicillin Capsules, and Ibuprofen Sustained-Release Capsules may be taken as prescribed by a physician to alleviate symptoms. Different medications target distinct symptoms and underlying causes of infection. If persistent high fever, worsening chest tightness or sore throat, or dyspnea occur, seek prompt medical evaluation and treatment at a hospital.

1. Compound Paracetamol and Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets: Commonly used to relieve multiple basic symptoms associated with URTIs, including nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, sneezing, and dizziness. Suitable for mild viral colds, these tablets help reduce generalized myalgia and malaise.

2. Pudilan Anti-inflammatory Oral Liquid: A traditional Chinese patent medicine primarily targeting pharyngeal inflammation. It helps soothe sore, swollen, dry, or itchy throats and alleviates pharyngeal hyperemia caused by URTIs—particularly appropriate for wind-heat type respiratory infections.

3. Ambroxol Hydrochloride Oral Solution: Primarily indicated for cough and excessive sputum production secondary to infection. It effectively thins viscous mucus, facilitating expectoration and relieving chest tightness and recurrent cough caused by airway mucus accumulation—thus helping maintain airway patency.

4. Amoxicillin Capsules: An antibiotic effective only against bacterial URTIs. It inhibits bacterial proliferation and resolves respiratory tract inflammation. It should be administered only when laboratory markers suggest bacterial infection; it is not indicated for viral infections.

5. Ibuprofen Sustained-Release Capsules: Frequently used to manage fever and generalized body pain during infection. It regulates body temperature and relieves high fever, headache, and limb myalgia. Once normal body temperature is restored, medication may be discontinued to avoid overdose.

During illness, drink ample warm water, ensure adequate rest, and maintain good indoor ventilation. Adopt a light diet, avoiding spicy, pungent, or heat-inducing foods. Take medications strictly as prescribed in terms of dosage and timing to gradually restore normal respiratory function.