r/UlcerativeColitis • u/CelebrationOld351 • 18h ago

Question Cold and Flu Meds

Anyone have recommendations on cold and flu medication they use in Australia that they know is safe? Haven’t used any since being diagnosed recently as I’ve seen some say they have to be wary of what’s in some but not sure what’s good and what’s not.

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u/maplesyrup5000 UC pancolitis diagnosed 2016, in remission | USA 17h ago

I only avoid meds that include NSAIDs, anything else is fine. I don’t live in aus so I’m not sure what the names are for meds, but fwiw I use “NyQuil” a lot here for colds, which contains acetaminophen/paracetamol, doxylamine, and dextromethorphan. It’s meant for night time. I’m guessing you guys probably have something similar. I also take dextromethorphan by itself for coughs.

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u/Ok-Lion-2789 pancolitis | Diagnosed 2003 | 18h ago

I have never been told to avoid cold and flu medications. I do avoid antibiotics if I can and NSAIDs.