Last year, the flu, R.S.V. and Covid all surged together in a tripledemic. Earlier this year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention noted that cases of strep throat were on the rise. And How we rate OTC Medicines & health products. 730+ brands evaluated. 350. pharmacists reviewers. 50+ years of experience. Example: Sore Throat, Cough & Dry Mouth Lozenges in a honey lemon flavor. Common alternative medicines for sore throat contain licorice root, marshmallow root, and slippery elm. Gargling with Salt Water Mix 1/4 teaspoon of salt with a cup of water and gargle. Causes Causes With Fever Prevention A sore throat is a scratchy or tender sensation in the throat that may worsen when swallowing or talking. A cough is your body's way of clearing mucus ("wet") or other irritants like dust ("dry") from your throat and lungs. Sore throat and cough may occur together, such as with a cold or COVID-19 infection. Cough syrups. Nonprescription cough and cold medicines are used to treat the symptoms of coughs and colds, not the underlying disease. Research suggests that these medicines don't work any better to treat colds than a placebo, an inactive medicine used in research. For adults. Follow these tips for nonprescription cough and cold medicines: .

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