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