Aaw Brooke! So sorry you're feeling so crappy. There's nothing worse than that "feeling like you can't breathe" cold symptom. If it is a bad cold this is always works for me:
1) ZICAM nasal mist. This will shorten the duration of the cold; it can be purchased without a prescription at most pharmacies.
2) COLD EASE - like tjdmom says, it really works, as long as it is taken at the onset of the cold.
The above 2, when taken at the first sign of the cold (for me it's the scratchy throat symptom), really shorten the duration and the severity.
If you feel like it is turning into a real flu, ask your Doctor about a prescription for TAMIFLU. This works to also shorten the duration and severity of the virus.
A great general immune booster is AIRBORNE, which you can dissolve in water and drink every couple of hours.
Oops I forgot to mention the REALLY GOOD STUFF: Lots and lots of cuddles/kisses from Steddy and the TaterTot. If that doesn't cure you, nothing will.
Hope you're feeling better really soon!
Lauren