Drink warm fluids
Sip cold liquids or suck on ice chips
Gargle with warm salt water
Rest your voice
Use throat lozenges or hard candy
Use honey if you are over 1 year old
Take acetaminophen or ibuprofen as directed
Use a humidifier or inhale steam
Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
Avoid alcohol and very spicy foods
Stay hydrated
Get plenty of rest
See a doctor if symptoms are severe, last more than a week, or include trouble breathing or swallowing