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
Limit throat clearing
Avoid shouting or talking for long periods
Suck on lozenges or hard candy
Treat congestion with saline nasal spray or a decongestant if appropriate
Eat soft, soothing foods if swallowing hurts
Get enough sleep
See a doctor if hoarseness lasts more than 2 weeks
Seek medical care sooner if you have trouble breathing, severe pain, fever, or coughing up blood