Whether you’re suffering from the common cold or the flu, being sick can make you wonder when you’ll finally start feeling relief. Unfortunately, we’re all likely to catch a cold or get the flu at some point. Adults in the U.S. typically have an average of two to three colds per year,¹ and even with a flu shot, there’s no guarantee you’ll be able to avoid the flu.² On average, about 8% of U.S. residents suffer from the flu each year.³ Cold and flu symptoms like congestion, headache, body ache, and fever can cause discomfort and disrupt your daily life.^2,4 Although most people recover from a cold in less than ten days⁴ and flu symptoms typically subside in less than a week, it can be challenging to make it through your day with these symptoms. While there’s no cure for the common cold or flu, there are plenty of ways to treat your symptoms and limit your discomfort during sickness.⁶

Staying hydrated and making sure you get enough rest are important home remedies that can help relieve symptoms and promote healing.⁶ Get a good night’s sleep and avoid alcohol, coffee, and caffeinated sodas, which can lead to dehydration.⁶ For sore throat pain a saltwater gargle, cough drops, or throat lozenges can calm irritation.⁶

When suffering from cold and flu symptoms, you’ll likely want a treatment that works quickly and effectively. In addition to home remedies, Theraflu products can provide powerful relief without a prescription. The Theraflu range of powerful cold and flu medicine is formulated to fight your worst flu symptoms. With Theraflu, you’ll start feeling relief quickly. Theraflu comes in several forms and flavors, making it easy to find the right symptom relief for you. Read on to find out how long it will take to relieve cold and flu symptoms with Theraflu.

When Will Theraflu Start to Wear Off?

The amount of time medication stays in your system before the effects start to wear off depends on various factors, including your age, weight, metabolism, and level of physical activity.¹³ Even the time of day or level of stress can affect how quickly your body metabolizes medication.¹³

For Theraflu liquids, take every 4 hours while symptoms persist. Do not take more than 5 doses or 150 mL in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor.⁷

For Theraflu Hot Liquid Powder, dissolve the contents of one packet into 8 oz. of hot water and sip while hot. Consume the entire drink within 10-15 minutes. Do not take more than the amount stated on the label unless directed by a doctor.⁷

*Acetaminophen should not be taken at the same time as other medications that also contain acetaminophen. Acetaminophen is contained in many medicines to treat pain, fever, symptoms of cold and flu, and sleep medicines. If you have liver disease, talk to your doctor before taking acetaminophen. Do not take more than the recommended dose, as this may be harmful, including serious harm to your liver.