macnoke03 Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 So I've got this really bad cold with extreme congestion. If I close my mouth for 2 seconds I can't breathe. It's virtually impossible to eat or drink. I've tried a bunch of different medicines but nothing is working. So I'm looking for any medicine/remedy that you guys swear by for this type of thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cdowwe Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 Gargle salt water. Or cold medicine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raub Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 It's not going to help your congestion directly, but I swear by using Airborne as soon as I feel a cold coming on. It seems to knock it out of my system in a day or 2. :2cents: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baculus Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 I know this sounds bad, and it probably is, but whiskey and cigarettes always does a pretty good job of clearing up my nose. Of course, more recommended, some nasal spray can really help with the swelling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macnoke03 Posted September 4, 2007 Author Share Posted September 4, 2007 I know this sounds bad, and it probably is, but whiskey and cigarettes always does a pretty good job of clearing up my nose.Of course, a more recommended, some nasal spray can really help with the swelling. Whiskey, maybe. Cigarettes, no. Ive done the nose spray thing and that seems to work for an hour or two and the directions say to only take it once every 10 hours and that it you use for a few days straight it can actually make things worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twa Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 Apple cider vinegar,gargle with it or simply swallow two tablespoons and it will clear you right out...opens the sinuses and chest...and your eyes. Whiskey is also always in order if you ain't on medication...Irish coffee :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baculus Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 Apple cider vinegar,gargle with it or simply swallow two tablespoons and it will clear you right out...opens the sinuses and chest...and your eyes. Whiskey is also always in order if you ain't on medication...Irish coffee :cool: Irish coffee - that can definitely hit the spot when you are feeling down! Cough drops can also help with congestion, but for long term, some decongestant and maybe some aspirin to help with the swelling is probably best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark The Homer Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 I bought this stuff at safeway, it's called NON-DROWSY DAYTIME COLD MEDICINE, it tastes like cough syrup, but clears your nasal passages right out. It also seems to give you a boost of adrenalin which makes you feel better. It's like Nyquil for the day time. It comes in a Nyquil shaped bottle but it's yellow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twa Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 Cough drops ...skip that and go to vicks vapor rub or tea tree oil. Or good old chicken soup heavy on the garlic and onion and some apple cider vinegar....chased with whiskey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandaceM23 Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 Mucinex gets rid of all of the snot ... and I like cortidicin - it always works well for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Weirdo Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 Zicam always kills that **** with the quickness for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddy Dude Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 COugh medicine, decongestants, etc. can actually make it last longer. they make you feel better for a couple of hours, but prolong the problem instead of fixing it. Buy some Ocean brand nasal spray. It's saline, non-medicinal, and you can use it as needed. In addition to that, get some Benadryl, and take whatever it recommends for the max dose (per dose, not per day) do this every day until you're better, it should be within 24-48 hours. The antihistamines dry you out, and reduce mucus. this causes smaller breeding grounds for the virus and/or bacteria, causing it to leave your system faster. Nyquil is good for sleep, but won't do **** for you for anything else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddy Dude Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Mucinex gets rid of all of the snot ... and I like cortidicin - it always works well for me! Listen to this girl, she knows her **** :thumbsup: these are the only things in the decongestant category that will help you in any way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portisizzle Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 See a doctor before you "have" to see a doctor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thiebear Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Don't forget the zinc and the echanacae..(sp) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drockvb Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Go swimming in the ocean for about 45 minutes. Crap will be oozing out soooo fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macnoke03 Posted September 5, 2007 Author Share Posted September 5, 2007 Go swimming in the ocean for about 45 minutes. Crap will be oozing out soooo fast. Unfortunately I am 4.5 hours away from the ocean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drockvb Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Unfortunately I am 4.5 hours away from the ocean LOL, fill your tub with hot water and add salt. :laugh: I have that same crap you do BTW. But mine is slowly going away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddy Dude Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 LOL, fill your tub with hot water and add salt. :laugh: I have that same crap you do BTW. But mine is slowly going away. Must be a local thing. Everyone I know is sick but me. I lucked out and got a heart condition, so i guess I got a free no cold pass.:laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drockvb Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Must be a local thing. Everyone I know is sick but me. I lucked out and got a heart condition, so i guess I got a free no cold pass.:laugh: Yeah? Knock on wood dude :laugh: I read your thread on your problem. Good luck!! I am sure they will fix you up. Like i mentioned in your thread, i have a heart problem too. :doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddy Dude Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Yeah? Knock on wood dude :laugh: I read your thread on your problem. Good luck!! I am sure they will fix you up. Like i mentioned in your thread, i have a heart problem too. :doh: Well damn, you got double screwed. Hope all is well with you. Get well soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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