Drink plenty of water
Sip warm fluids
Use a humidifier or steam
Take a hot shower
Cough deeply to clear mucus
Try controlled huff coughing
Use saline nasal spray or rinse
Gargle warm salt water
Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
Stay upright instead of lying flat
Sleep with your head elevated
Use an over-the-counter expectorant if appropriate
Move around and do light activity
Seek medical care if symptoms are severe, persistent, or worsening