Drink warm fluids often
Stay well hydrated with water
Use honey if you are older than 1 year
Suck on lozenges or hard candy
Use a humidifier or steam inhalation
Avoid smoke, dust, and strong odors
Rest your voice
Sleep with your head elevated
Try saline nasal spray if postnasal drip is present
Take over-the-counter cough medicine if appropriate
Use acetaminophen or ibuprofen for throat discomfort if needed
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 urgent care if you have trouble breathing, chest pain, coughing blood, or high fever