Typically, symptoms will reach their peak on about the fourth day. The feeling of exhaustion and the cough are usually the last symptoms to go away and may last for several weeks. There is no specific cure for influenza, other than the body s natural defense mechanisms. The following suggestions may be helpful in relieving symptoms. Drink more fluids.
Influenza is a viral infection.
Antibiotics are useless in treating it, because they have no affect on viruses. A health care provider may prescribe an antiviral drug that may help shorten the illness and reduce the severity of symptoms. A viruses and only should be used if influenza A is suspected. To help relieve nausea, avoid caffeine and spicy, greasy foods. You may need to avoid milk and milk products.