Rest as much as possible
Drink plenty of warm fluids
Gargle with warm salt water
Use honey for cough if you are older than 1 year
Take steam inhalation
Use saline nasal drops or spray
Keep your room humidified
Avoid cold drinks, smoking, and dust
Eat light, warm foods
Take over-the-counter cold medicine only as directed on the label
Use acetaminophen or ibuprofen for fever or body aches if safe for you
Wash hands often and avoid close contact with others
See a doctor if you have trouble breathing, chest pain, high fever, or symptoms that worsen