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Test Your Knowledge on Over-the-Counter Cold and Cough Medicine

Christina Aungst, PharmDJoshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBS
Published on December 13, 2024

Unsure which over-the-counter (OTC) medication can ease your cold or cough? Maybe you’re trying to decide between decongestants or antihistamines. Or figure out which ingredients work best for your symptoms.

If you’re in search of the right kind or relief, this quick quiz can help. Let’s see how much you know about OTC cold and cough medicines.

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Christina Aungst, PharmD
Christina Aungst, PharmD, is a pharmacy editor for GoodRx. She began writing for GoodRx Health in 2019, transitioning from freelance writer to editor in 2021.
Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBS
Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBS, is a licensed pharmacist in Arizona, Colorado, and Rhode Island. He has worked in the pharmacy industry for more than 10 years and currently serves as a pharmacy editor for GoodRx.

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