See a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis
Rest and get plenty of sleep
Drink plenty of fluids
Use a humidifier or inhale steam
Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
Avoid dust, fumes, and other irritants
Take over-the-counter pain or fever medicine if needed and safe for you
Use honey for cough if you are older than 1 year
Try throat lozenges or warm drinks for throat irritation
Follow prescribed medicines exactly if you were given any
Use an inhaler only if prescribed
Seek urgent care if you have trouble breathing, chest pain, high fever, coughing up blood, or symptoms that worsen or last more than a few weeks