Common Cold

It took several Pediatrician groups and the New York Times to make the FDA sit up and take notice of the dangers to children from over the counter cough syrup.

Why all the fuss? Started last October 2006 when several deaths occurred to children after taking cough syrups which had carbinoxamine. Carbinoxamine is a anti-histamine. Another example of an anti-histamines is Bendaryl. Since then the FDA has noted that no one under two should take this medicine. The Pediatrician experts note that the actual age is much higher; and warn that this medication should not be given without physician supervision to those under 12 years of age.

Yes, Virginia, Chicken Soup Is Good for Colds

January is the cold and flu month. So, what are things that can help ease the misery? There are several actions which are effective; the first, though, is recognizing the difference between the flu and the cold. The flu is usually accompanied by a fever, muscular aches and pains, and a loss of appetite. One should contact one’s physician, if flu is suspected.

Interactions by Drug
The Vitamin Cottage lists brand-name and generic prescription drugs and the herbs and supplements that may interact with them, so that you can avoid potentially harmful interactions.