Drink plenty of water and warm fluids
Gargle with warm salt water
Use throat lozenges or hard candies
Try honey in tea or warm water
Use a humidifier or inhale steam
Rest your voice
Avoid smoking, vaping, and secondhand smoke
Avoid very spicy, acidic, or irritating foods
Take over-the-counter pain relievers if needed
Use saline nasal spray if postnasal drip is causing irritation
Stay away from allergens and dust
Seek medical care if symptoms are severe, last more than a week, or come with trouble breathing, high fever, or difficulty swallowing