Sip warm water or tea
Gargle with salt water
Use honey if you are not allergic and are over 1 year old
Suck on lozenges or hard candy
Stay hydrated
Use a humidifier
Avoid smoke, dust, and strong odors
Rest your voice
Try a saline nasal rinse if postnasal drip is causing it
Take an antihistamine if allergies are the cause
Avoid very cold, dry, or spicy foods and drinks
See a doctor if it lasts more than a few days or comes with trouble breathing, swelling, or high fever