Drink warm fluids
Stay hydrated
Use honey for adults and children over 1 year old
Rest
Use a humidifier
Gargle with warm salt water
Avoid smoke and strong odors
Suck on lozenges
Elevate your head while sleeping
Take over-the-counter cough medicine as directed
Treat the underlying cause, such as allergies, asthma, or acid reflux
Seek medical care if the cough is severe, lasts more than a few weeks, or comes with trouble breathing, chest pain, or high fever