What's the difference between a cold & flu? - CALPOL® UK Expert Chats

Опубликовано: 29 Июль 2026
на канале: CALPOL® UK
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Watch Dr. Ellie Cannon explain the difference between the flu and the common cold plus how you can spot the symptoms in your little one.

Flu is caused by the influenza virus and is usually associated with a temperature over 38 degrees. Colds tend to be more nasally, whereas flu causes symptoms like fever, muscle aches and fatigue.

CALPOL® Infant suspension & CALPOL® SIXPLUS™ Suspension contains Paracetamol and provide relief for symptoms of cold, fever, aches & pains, sore throat & earache. CALPROFEN® Ibuprofen Suspension contains Ibuprofen for cold, pain and fever relief. CALPOL® Soothe & Care Saline Nasal Spray & Drops & CALPOL® Vapour Plug & Nightlight provide relief from nasal congestion, and helps to clear & ease breathing. ALWAYS READ THE LABEL.

Visit https://www.calpol.co.uk/expert-advic... for more information on cold and allergies.

Always remember to trust your instinct, and if you are concerned, seek medical advice immediately.

For more information visit https://www.calpol.co.uk
The GP, Dr. Ellie Cannon, was paid by the makers of CALPOL® for her time in producing this video. The GP does not endorse CALPOL® products.