FixMyCold Ritual Tool
Get your personalized 24-hour cold and flu recovery protocol with safety checks, steam rituals, and smart OTC recommendations to feel better faster.
Important Medical Disclaimer
This tool provides wellness rituals and OTC suggestions; it is NOT medical diagnosis or treatment. Always consult healthcare professionals for medical advice. If you experience severe symptoms, difficulty breathing, chest pain, or confusion, seek emergency care immediately.
Step 1: Home Hardware Check
Let’s see what monitoring tools you have available. These help ensure safe home recovery.
Digital Thermometer
Essential for monitoring fever and tracking recovery progress.
Pulse Oximeter
Measures blood oxygen levels – critical for respiratory illness assessment.
Blood Pressure Monitor
Recommended if you have known blood pressure issues or take BP medications.
Your 24-Hour Recovery Protocol
Follow this personalized timeline to feel better faster. Set alarms to stay on schedule.
Blood Pressure Medication Notice
The cold recovery steps below are appropriate for treating your cold symptoms. However, because you have high or low blood pressure, please contact your doctor to discuss which cold medications are safe for your specific condition and whether your blood pressure medications need any adjustments during illness.
Important: Avoid Double-Dosing
Some recommended products contain paracetamol (acetaminophen). Do not take additional paracetamol, Tylenol, or other acetaminophen products on top of multi-symptom cold medications. Always read labels carefully and stay within safe daily limits to avoid liver damage.