Treatment for upper respiratory infections may include:

• Rest
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for fever:
• Ibuprofen
• Naproxen
• Ketoprofen
• Nonprescription medications for cough or congestion:
• Nasal decongestants
• Dextromethorphan for cough
• Short-acting antihistamine medications for runny nose:
• Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
• Chlorpheniramine
• Long-acting antihistamine medications for runny nose:
• Allegra
• Loratadine (Claritin)
• Cetirizine (Zyrtec)

Antibiotics do not treat viruses that cause upper respiratory infections.

For more information:

• Pharyngitis treatment
• Bronchitis treatment
• Sinusitis treatment