Rest your voice as much as possible

Avoid whispering

Drink plenty of water

Sip warm fluids like tea or broth

Use honey if you are not allergic and are over 1 year old

Use a humidifier or inhale steam

Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke

Avoid alcohol and caffeine

Avoid shouting, singing, or long conversations

Limit throat clearing

Suck on lozenges or hard candy

Avoid spicy or acidic foods if they irritate your throat

Treat allergies, reflux, or a cold if they are the cause

Get enough sleep

See a doctor if hoarseness lasts more than 2 weeks

Seek urgent care if you have trouble breathing, severe pain, coughing blood, or sudden voice loss after injury