Sip warm water slowly
Take small, slow breaths through your nose
Try swallowing repeatedly
Suck on a lozenge or hard candy
Use honey if you are older than 1 year
Sit upright and relax your shoulders
Avoid talking until the fit passes
Step away from smoke, dust, or strong odors
Use a humidifier or breathe moist air
Try a teaspoon of plain honey before bed
If coughing is due to choking, seek emergency help immediately
If coughing is severe, persistent, or comes with trouble breathing, get medical care