Sleep with your head and upper body elevated
Use a humidifier in the bedroom
Drink warm fluids before bed
Take honey before bedtime if age 1 year or older
Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
Avoid alcohol before bed
Avoid eating large meals late at night
Keep the bedroom free of dust, pet dander, and strong scents
Use saline nasal spray or rinse if postnasal drip is present
Treat nasal congestion before sleep
Use an over-the-counter cough medicine if appropriate
Use an over-the-counter antihistamine if allergies are causing the cough
Use an over-the-counter antacid if acid reflux is causing the cough
Stay well hydrated during the day
Avoid lying flat after eating
Keep the room cool but not cold
See a doctor if the cough lasts more than a few weeks
Seek urgent care if you have trouble breathing, chest pain, coughing up blood, or high fever