Question 1

what happens if you take sore throat lozenges?

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Numbs it: Most sore throat lozenges contain an ingredient that temporarily numbs the throat. The act of sucking on something also increases the saliva, so may keep your throat moist.

Question 2

my voice is going out what can i take sore throat ?

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Home remedies: A hoarse voice in the setting of a sore throat is usually caused by a viral illness affecting the voice box. This is a process that will resolve itself, usually over a few days.

There are many products available for sore throat and not a lot of evidence that any of them work. Don't waste money on expensive pharmacy products. Gargle salt water, drink honey/lemon teas and take aspirin/paracetamol.

Question 3

what medicines can i take for sore throat?

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Doctor can check: New throat pain can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or influenza (antibiotics usually not used), or from some other cause such as allergies or irritants. Usually, a person sees the doctor if the sore throat is bothersome, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly (mainly to check for strep). Throat lozenges and Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin can help decrease pain.

Question 4

i wish to know what should i take for sore throat?

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Warm honey: 1 tablespoon of warm honey every 2-4 hours.

Question 5

how much time does it takes a sore throat to heal without medications?

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7-10 days: If it is caused by a virus then it usually resolves within 7-10 days.

Question 6

can you tell me how long does it takes a sore throat to heal without medications?

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If it is viral it: Might take as little as a couple of days or longer than a week. Rest, hydrate well with water ; stay far, far away from cigarette smoke. You can keep mucosa  moist with a humidifier. Add honey ; a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea. Slippery elm bark lozenges are another option. Saltwater gargles: mix 1 tsp salt in 8 oz warm water – gargle several times a day.

Question 7

what can i take for sore throat.i am  on medicine for thyroid  problems?

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Sore throat: Start by trying over the counter medications such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or a spray like chloraseptic. None of these should affect your thyroid medications.  If our symptoms persist beyond a few days or if you develop new or worsening symptoms see your doctor.

Question 8

what kind of medicine can i take for sore throat while breastfeeding?

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Depends on the cause: If you have a pretty bad sore throat associated with fever, red throat, rash, or other symptoms, see your doctor.  If it is just a scratchy sore throat in the morning that goes away pretty quickly in the day, then any thing that is moisturizing is fine-liquids, honey, sore throat lozenges, etc.  If it is due to allergies, treat it like you would any allergy.  Most otc anti-histamines are safe.

Question 9

what can i take for sore throat cough stuffy nose?

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My favorites: When I have those symptoms I take ibuprofen and dayquil / nyquil (generic is OK).

Question 10

what medication can i take for sore throat, stuffy nose and coughing up yellow phlegm if i have high bp?

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This is an infection: If your phlegm is yellow, you likely have an infection and it is no longer simply a "head cold".  Having said that you need to be seen by PCP and considered for antibacterial if it is not deemed viral. However, in the interim, for symptomatic relief you can take Delsym for cough, ADvil/tylenol for soar throat altho that will mask a fever, and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) as a decongestant at night (sleep), no Sudafed

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