Cold and flu remedies

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What it really means

Over-the-counter products for cold symptoms — hot lemon drinks, lozenges, decongestants (brands like Lemsip and Strepsils). They ease symptoms; rest and fluids do the healing.

Chinese explanation

感冒药品类：缓解感冒症状的非处方产品——热柠檬冲剂、润喉糖、缓解鼻塞的药（如Lemsip、Strepsils等品牌）。它们只缓解症状，恢复主要靠休息和多喝水。

Example conversation

A: I feel awful — blocked nose, sore throat. B: Get some cold and flu remedies from the chemist and rest up.

A：我难受死了——鼻塞、喉咙痛。 B：去药店买点感冒药，好好休息。

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Related phrases

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