What can a diabetic with hypertension take for a cold?

August 26th, 2008 | by Pressurized |
fizzydoo asked:


My mom has a very bad cough & hasn’t slept in days. She does not have medical insurance so will not go to the doctor. Any suggestions?

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  1. 4 Responses to “What can a diabetic with hypertension take for a cold?”

  2. By dogloverdi on Aug 26, 2008 | Reply

    Hot lemon drink made with lemons, previously boiled water still hot and splenda. I also have lots of tea and fluids. If she is coughing coloured phlegm then she had an infection but at least she will be getting vitamin C. She can not take phenosudafed or regular over the counter cold medication because that will elevate the blood pressure. Rest a lot and I hope she feels better! lol

  3. By the shadow knows on Aug 27, 2008 | Reply

    Check with a pharmacist. There are many over the counter products that reduce the length of cold symptoms and the time to get over one.

  4. By Morphious on Aug 30, 2008 | Reply

    Speak with any pharmacist about an over the counter med for coughs and colds. There are lots of stuff available. Follow directions and watch your blood sugar levels a bit more frequently when sick.

  5. By justwondering on Sep 2, 2008 | Reply

    There is a product available at health food stores called Wellness Formula. It is an herbal that really does cut a cold short and doesn’t have the warning associated with the OTC medications. The pills really smell bad so get the capsules- about $14.

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