Rest as much as possible
Drink plenty of fluids
Use a humidifier or inhale steam
Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
Take over-the-counter pain relievers if needed
Use honey for cough if you are older than 1 year
Try throat lozenges for throat irritation
Avoid cold air and other lung irritants
Follow your doctor’s instructions if prescribed inhalers or other medicines
See a doctor if symptoms are severe, last more than 3 weeks, or include high fever, shortness of breath, chest pain, or blood in mucus