What are the five commonly used medications for wind-cold感冒 (common cold due to cold and wind)?

Sep 13, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. He Haochen

Introduction

The five commonly used cold medicines are Fenghanmao Granules, Paracetamol and Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride Granules, Siji Mao Capsules, Ganmao Qingre Granules, and Suxiao Shanfeng Capsules. It is best to determine the dosage under a doctor's guidance. Regular use of these medications can quickly relieve symptoms of colds and flu. During treatment, you may also consume fruits rich in vitamins.

Wind-cold感冒 (common cold due to wind-cold) is a condition caused by low immunity. It is often accompanied by symptoms such as headache, runny nose, and joint pain. Both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine can be used for treatment, and dietary therapy is also an option. What are the five commonly used medications for wind-cold感冒?

What Are the Five Commonly Used Medications for Wind-Cold感冒?

The five commonly used cold medications are Fenghan Maoyin Granules, Paracetamol Pseudoephedrine Granules (Huangnanmin), Siji Maoyan Capsules, Ganmao Qingre Granules, and Suxiao Shanfeng Capsules. Dosages should ideally be taken under a doctor's guidance. Regular use of these medications can quickly relieve symptoms of cold and flu. During treatment, it is advisable to consume fruits rich in vitamins, such as pears, apples, oranges, and dragon fruit.

Wind-cold感冒 is caused by external invasion of wind and cold pathogens, leading to deficiency of lung qi. Typical symptoms include severe aversion to cold, mild fever, absence of sweating, headache, body aches, nasal congestion with runny nose, and thin white tongue coating.

Wind-heat感冒 (common cold due to wind-heat) is another externally contracted illness caused by wind-heat pathogens invading the body. It is more common in spring. The main cause is sudden climate changes and imbalance between cold and heat, allowing wind-heat to invade the body. Individuals with deficiencies in essence, blood, fluids, or yin are particularly susceptible to wind-heat invasion. Wind-heat type colds are prevalent in spring due to the windy conditions and warmer weather, which often combine to create wind-heat patterns. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health and happiness.

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