They also help keep fever down. Water can be absorbed in the form of steam. Using a vaporizer and taking showers are methods of steaming. If you don't have an appetite for solid food, be sure to drink plenty of high-calorie fluids. Always read labels to know the correct dosage and what ingredients the medication contains.
Many combination drugs contain unnecessary ingredients such as caffeine.
You should not use Ibuprohen if you develop an upset stomach after taking it or have a history of stomach ulcers. A runny or stuffed-up nose can be relieved by increasing fluid intake and steam. Avoid using nasal sprays for more than three days. However, they may cause excessive drying thereby making the mucous too thick. They also may make you drowsy.