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The Most Common Mistakes When Taking Cold and Flu Medication
A pharmacist debunks myths about liquid cough medicine, combination flu medications, and more.
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBS
Published on April 3, 2025Choosing the best cold and flu medicine can be difficult because there are so many options. In this video, learn common mistakes when choosing or taking cold and flu medicine, according to Stacia Woodcock, PharmD, Pharmacy Editor at GoodRx Health.
Additional Medical Contributors
- Stacia Woodcock, PharmDStacia Woodcock, PharmD, is a pharmacy editor for GoodRx. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Kentucky and is licensed in New York and Massachusetts.
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