What medicine should I take if I have a severe cold or fever? Analysis of hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, with the seasonal changes and the high incidence of influenza, the topic of "what medicine to take for severe colds and fevers" has soared across the Internet. The following is a structured guide that combines popular discussions and medical advice in the past 10 days to help you scientifically deal with colds and fevers.
1. Discussion data on popular cold and fever medications across the Internet
| Platform | Hot search keywords | Number of discussions (10,000) | core concerns |
|---|---|---|---|
| #Aflu medication guide# | 12.8 | Is oseltamivir necessary? | |
| Douyin | “Mixing cold medicines is dangerous” | 9.3 | Risks of taking antipyretics and cold medicine at the same time |
| Zhihu | “Adult vs Children’s Fever Reduction Options” | 5.6 | Ibuprofen dose differences |
| little red book | "TCM Dietary Therapy for Reducing Fever" | 7.1 | Effectiveness of Ginger and Onion White Water |
2. Symptomatic medication guide (Western medicine plan)
| Symptoms | Recommended medicine | Things to note | Popular brands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fever (>38.5℃) | Acetaminophen/Ibuprofen | 6 hours apart, ≤4 times a day | Tylenol, Merrill Lynch |
| Congested nose and runny nose | pseudoephedrines | Use with caution in patients with high blood pressure | New Contech |
| Cough with phlegm | Ambroxol/dextromethorphan | Different medications for dry and wet coughs | Mu Shutan, Nian Ci'an |
| viral cold | Oseltamivir (needs confirmed diagnosis) | Effective within 48 hours of onset of illness | Tamiflu |
3. TCM conditioning plan (hotly discussed method on the Internet)
1.dietary prescriptions: Green onion, white ginger and brown sugar water (liked over 500,000 times on Weibo)
2.Selection of Chinese patent medicines: Lianhua Qingwen Capsules (highly controversial, need to be used based on syndrome differentiation)
3.External treatment: Pediatric massage to reduce fever (TikTok-related videos have exceeded 100 million views)
4. The five most concerning medication questions on the Internet
1.Is it safe to alternate use of antipyretics?Experts recommend preferring single ingredients
2.When do antibiotics need to be taken?Bacterial infection only, blood routine confirmation is required
3.Medication contraindications for pregnant womenAcetaminophen is a Category B safe drug
4.The interval between Chinese patent medicine and Western medicineIt is recommended to leave at least 1 hour between
5.Risks of buying cold medicine onlineBe wary of overseas drugs containing pseudoephedrine
5. Medication reminder for special groups
| crowd | Medication red line | alternative |
|---|---|---|
| children | Aspirin is prohibited | ibuprofen suspension |
| Lactation | Use compound cold medicine with caution | Uniform acetaminophen |
| elderly | Be aware of drug interactions | Use less |
6. The latest medical advice (from the National Health Commission’s influenza diagnosis and treatment plan)
1. Patients diagnosed with influenza are advised to use antiviral drugs within 48 hours
2. Routine use of antibiotics to prevent infection is not recommended
3. If the body temperature is <38.5℃ and you are in good spirits, you can physically cool down.
4. If you have persistent high fever or difficulty breathing, you need to seek medical attention immediately.
Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is from X month X day to X month X day, 2023. Please follow your doctor's advice for specific medication. The hot discussion content on the Internet does not represent medical advice, and scientific medication needs to be combined with individual conditions.
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