Steph, I suggest you ask your local pharmacist what he/she recommends for that cold. They should be of great help, as this is “their” specialty! Good luck and feel better soon!
I had a similar problem this week and made the mistake of taking actifed. Became very hyper!! The endocrinologist told me Afrin or a similar nasal decongestant was the only way to go…topical not systemic. Feel better.