Cold and Flu

Many customers can have misconceptions about the duration of a cold or flu1
Many customers underestimate the duration of a cold or flu. The worst cold & flu symptoms should be over in 4-5 days but complete recovery can take up to 10 days, and sometimes longer1.

Adults experience an average of 2-4 colds a year2
- The common cold is the conventional term used to describe a mild, self-limited, viral, upper respiratory tract infection.
- It is characterised by nasal stuffiness and discharge, sneezing, sore throat and cough.
- The worst cold & flu symptoms should be over in 4-5 days but complete recovery from a cold or flu can take up to 10 days, and sometimes longer1.
- There is no cure for the common cold, and no medication is licensed to shorten the duration of infection2. Treatment is therefore aimed at symptomatic relief.
- The Common Cold is a self-treatable condition and advice can be sought from pharmacists to help reduce pressure on local GP services.
Help your customers find effective relief for their cold & flu

Otrivine Extra Dual Relief Nasal Spray
Find out about pharmacy-only Otrivine Extra Dual Relief


The Day & Night Nurse range
Find out how Day & Night Nurse products can help your customers and patients


Products
Find out how our products can help your patients suffering from respiratory health issues and conditions.
