Does anyone know of any cold meds without pain meds?

[harleraven]

My husband just got a cold, and I am bound to get it. The problem is that I am allergic to both acetominophen (Tylenol) and Ibuprofen. That means, as far as I know, I cannot take ANYTHING for a cold, which is downright miserable (especially since I cannot afford to take two weeks off of school and research).

Are there any meds without pain relievers in them?

[djembekah]

I'd try getting sudafed. It's just a decongestant, so no pain meds :)

[dramaqueen]

There are herb teas like echinacea that you can use.

[thekinetic]

Try zicam, it's supposed to help prevent colds but does help you get over them faster. Well it did for me at least.

[registereduser]

I love super spicy foods and chicken soup with plenty of fat and garlic when I get a cold.

[dramaqueen]

Hot and spicy foods will clear out more than your sinuses. lol

[mkayum]

Originally Posted by registereduser

I love super spicy foods and chicken soup with plenty of fat and garlic when I get a cold.

:D

[SnowySurface]

The only thing I can suggest is going to the pharmacy and reading all the cold med boxes until you find something that doesn't have acetominophen or ibuprofen. It's what do since I can't have anything with pseudoepinephrine. Allergy season and cold season are both fun for me. So much fun. T_T

[harleraven]

Bah. EVERYTHING at the pharmacy had one or the other. Hubby has a 103 fever (well before he took something for it). I really can't afford to get this. :(
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[SnowySurface]

If that is the case, you may be able to boost your immune system with suppliments. I personally use Vitamin C and herbal teas during the flu and cold season.