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I have the flu

3,204 Views | 12 Replies | Last: 2 yr ago by RightWingConspirator
mrmill3218
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What are the best remedies? Currently very cold, having body aches, very sore throat, no energy. Thanks in advance.
aggie_wes
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Time is the only cure. Take acetaminophen (Tylenol) to help with the fever and body aches.
aggie4231
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Whenever I go down the cold/flu/sinus route I go with airborne, Flonase(or similar), mucinex cough drops, and either advil or Tylenol cold/flu/sinus that you have to get from the pharmacy itself and show your dl.
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wans
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I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling unwell.
When I have flu symptoms, the three main steps I take are to rest, stay warm, and drink plenty of fluids.
As for meds, it seems that you will have a fever until your sore throat is cured. I usually gargle with saltwater. Also, I take Ibuprofen (usually I get it from the partner healthcare pharmacy). It works as a pain reliever and helps to reduce the temperature. You can also consider lozenges or hard candy.
If your symptoms worsen or persist, my advice is to consult a healthcare professional for further guidance.
Get well soon!
KidDoc
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Xofluza is somewhat effective. Nasal flushes, nyquil/dayquil.
aznaggiegirl07
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you may not have an appetite, but eating or even forcing yourself to eat is going to help inthe recovery process..
Matsui
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just ditto the other suggestions and rest up. here is to a quick recovery.
texasaggie2015
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I had it last week. Took me about a full seven days to get back to close to 100%.
Ghost of Bisbee
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Looks like I've come down with this bug as well

Loss of appetite, but forcing myself to eat bland foods in between sips of water

How soon should one get back to exercising after having flu/bad cold?
Tailgate88
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What is the difference between and/or benefits of Tamiflu vs Xoafluza?
KidDoc
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Tailgate88 said:

What is the difference between and/or benefits of Tamiflu vs Xoafluza?
Xofluza is a single dose, fewer side effects, seems to work slightly better.
Eliminatus
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Take a couple days off and do the normal OTC stuff for symptoms then just NyQuil myself into oblivion.

The only real difference maker in my experience is how much time you can actually rest during the day i.e. sleep/nap.
RightWingConspirator
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I have it as well. I came down with a fever on Friday. I have been absolutely hammered with it this time. I've coughed so much I think I've pulled muscles in my stomach and back. Avoid it if you can.
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