Drink warm fluids such as tea, broth, or warm water with honey
Take a spoonful of honey before bed
Use a humidifier or inhale steam
Sleep with your head elevated
Avoid smoking, vaping, and secondhand smoke
Avoid cold air and strong odors
Suck on lozenges or hard candy
Gargle with warm salt water
Stay hydrated throughout the evening
Use an over-the-counter cough medicine as directed
Treat nasal congestion with saline spray or a decongestant if appropriate
Rest and avoid talking too much
Seek medical care if you have trouble breathing, chest pain, high fever, coughing blood, or symptoms lasting more than a few weeks