Ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and aspirin can also ease the pain of a sore throat. ... Some over-the-counter cold remedies combine medicines to help with a stuffed nose, cough, ...

The pain relievers acetaminophen and ibuprofen are in several over-the-counter drugs. Some people even mistake the two. But they have specific purposes and can cause problems if you’re not careful.

Many over-the-counter (OTC) products can relieve cold and flu symptoms, such as a runny nose, stuffy nose, sore throat, or cough. However, the variety of products available can sometimes be ...