Cough and Cold

The American Pharmacists Association reminds the 250 million people who visit the pharmacy each week to utilize your relationship with your neighborhood pharmacist to meet your health care and information needs during the cold and flu season.

Since 2007, the pharmaceutical industry, several professional societies, and the FDA have collaborated on initiatives designed to limit the use of OTC cough and cold medications in young children.

In light of new data that shows the 2014-2015 flu season could be severe, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging immediate influenza vaccination for all unvaccinated individuals, as well as prompt antiviral drug treatment for those who develop flu and have a high risk of complications.

During cold and flu season, working women turn to pharmacies whenever symptoms appear, according to the results of a recent study conducted by Workplace Impact.

Sore throats lasting longer than a week require medical attention.

Sore throats lasting longer than a week require medical attention.

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At this time of the year, patients are likely to seek counsel regarding the plethora of nonprescription products available to treat and manage cough, cold, and flu symptoms.

Every year, consumers spend billions of dollars on nonprescription medications for the treatment and management of cough.

Agave nectar and placebo may be more effective in treating a child's cough than "watchful waiting" with no treatment at all.

The rate of prescription of codeine to children in emergency departments for injuries and cough and upper respiratory infection remained the same from 2001 through 2010 despite guidelines recommending against its use for these conditions.

Allergic rhinitis can negatively impact one's quality of life by impairing concentration and causing fatigue and sleep disturbances.

Pharmacists can learn about the impact of the common cold on adults and children and describe the potential role of zinc-based options for patients.

Stress may worsen symptoms experienced by patients diagnosed with upper respiratory illnesses, rendering patients slower to react and less alert.

New research suggests that diagnosing patients with acute cough and determining whether antibiotics are appropriate may be more complex than guidelines presume.

Treatment with oral anti-inflammatories or antibiotics failed to improve cough symptoms in patients with acute bronchitis compared with a placebo in a recent clinical trial conducted in Spain.

Steps can be taken to prevent bronchitis from becoming a chronic condition.

Steps can be taken to prevent bronchitis from becoming a chronic condition.

Pharmacists can have a positive impact when it comes to identifying and helping patients during influenza season.

As the popularity of complementary and alternative supplements continues to escalate, consumers are increasingly likely to seek advice from their pharmacists.