I've got a bad cold and cough, and I feel like my ears are blocked too. Can you help me out? Could you suggest some medicine for this?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

General Practitioner

MBBS
1+ Yrs

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For a bad cold, cough, and blocked ears, consider taking over-the-counter medications like a combination of acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) and a decongestant (like pseudoephedrine) to help relieve symptoms;

Answered 04/07/2025

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