Drink warm fluids like tea, broth, or warm water
Sip honey in warm water or tea if age 1 or older
Gargle with warm salt water
Use throat lozenges or hard candies
Stay well hydrated
Use a humidifier or inhale steam
Avoid smoke, dust, and strong odors
Rest your voice
Sleep with your head elevated
Try over-the-counter cough medicine as directed
Use saline nasal spray if postnasal drip is present
Avoid very cold drinks if they trigger coughing
See a doctor if the cough lasts more than 3 weeks
See a doctor if you have trouble breathing, chest pain, fever, or coughing up blood