When influenza strikes, it can leave you feeling absolutely miserable with fever, body aches, fatigue, and more. While the flu is never fun, many cases can be managed from the comfort of home with some self-care and patience. Here’s your guide on how to treat influenza symptoms at home and get back on your feet.
Signs and symptoms of influenza can include…
Influenza tends to come on rapidly with symptoms like:
- High fever and chills
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Body/muscle aches and headaches
- Extreme fatigue and weakness
- Dry, persistent cough
- Sore throat
- Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea (more common in children)
Most cases of influenza can be managed from home, but it’s important to know when to seek professional medical care. You should see a doctor if you experience any of the following:
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Severe chest or abdominal pain
- Dizziness or confusion
- Flu symptoms that seem to improve but then return with fever and worse cough
- Inability to drink enough fluids
4 flu essentials you should have to ease symptoms
INNOMED No No Fever Patch Adult 12s
For instant cooling sensation, up to 10 hours of fever relief. A proprietary technology to lock more than 80% water for faster and longer cooling. The high-quality quality, breathable fabric with a hypoallergenic formulation is suitable for all skin types. With no added additives or preservatives that may hurt the skin’s surface.
HURIX’S 1000 Cold Fever Capsule 6’s
Convenient caplets are used to relieve painful cold and flu symptoms like fever, headache, muscle aches, and sore throat both day and night.
BETADINE Cold Defence Nasal Spray Adult 20ml
Eliminates 99% of common cold and flu viruses. Clinically proven to shorten the duration and can help reduce the common cold/flu-like symptoms. Carragelose™, a natural ingredient derived from a type of red seaweed, can trap the viruses on the nasal lining, hindering their spread and multiplication.
DIFFLAM AB Sore Throat Lozenges Lemon
It contains active ingredients to relieve pain caused by sore, inflamed throats and other inflammatory conditions in the mouth and throat. It is Sugar-Free and suitable for people with diabetes.
