The purpose of this study is compare efficacy and tolerability of a fixed combination, containing 500 mg Acetylsalicylic acid and 30 mg Pseudoephedrine, in comparison to its single components in patients with sore throat and nasal congestion.

Inclusion Criteria:- Male and female subjects between 18 and 65 years of age.- Onset of cold symptoms within 96 hours (4 days) before study participation.- Current complaint of at least moderate sore throat at baseline- Current complaint of at least moderate NC at baseline- History of other symptoms associated with URTI during the last 4 days before study participation.- Other findings of URTI, confirmed on the physical examination.- Agreement to comply with the study requirements.- Written informed consent prior to enrollment in the study Exclusion Criteria:- Pregnant or lactating females.- Uncontrolled chronic diseases.- History of hypersensitivity (allergic reaction) to ASA, any other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or PSE.- Any disease which significantly compromises breathing or interferes with the subjects assessment of sore throat.- History of or active peptic ulcer.- Severe impaired hepatic function.- Severe impaired renal function.- Simultaneous intake of monoamine oxidase inhibitors.- Use of menthol containing tissues within 2 hours before first intake of study drug.- Intake of any menthol containing product within 4 hours before first intake of study drug.- Use of any local or systemic short acting cough and cold preparations within 6 hours before first intake of study drug.- Use of any local or systemic long acting cough and cold preparations within 12 hours before first intake of study drug.- Intake of any analgesic within 12 hours before first intake of study drug.- Intake or requirement of any prescription medication for the treatment of the current acute respiratory tract infection.- Current or previous intake of anticoagulants, corticoids, NSAIDs, methotrexate, or lithium.- Participation in another clinical trial within the last 30 days.