Drink plenty of warm fluids
Use honey if you are older than 1 year
Try warm saltwater gargles
Use a humidifier or steam
Avoid smoke, dust, and strong odors
Rest your voice
Stay hydrated
Suck on throat lozenges
Take over-the-counter cough medicine if appropriate
Treat allergies if they are the cause
Treat acid reflux if it is the cause
See a doctor if the cough lasts more than 3 weeks
Seek medical help if you have fever, shortness of breath, chest pain, or coughing blood