General Tips Dry Cough

• Avoid alcohol if taking particularly drowsy medication and all syrup formulations/lozenge.
• Air conditioned rooms can dry your respiratory tract and make dry cough symptoms worst.
• Drink plenty of water (avoid coffee, tea, fizzy drinks, alcohol drinks) to prevent dehydration.
• Avoid irritants like caffeine and alcohol.
• Cover your nose and mouth when coughing.
• Consider wearing a face mask.
• One should always:
  • Wash their hands thoroughly
  • Social distancing if one has a serious infection
  • Isolate oneself if one has a serious infection

• Clean all surfaces.
• Throw all tissues in bin.
• Avoid very hot drinks or any foods/drink e.g. fizzy drinks/spices that aggravate sore throat and cough.
• Cold drinks may help in dry and irritated (dry cough).
• Keep rooms cool and well ventilated. Make sure have fresh air circulating. Keep window open. Hot water bowl, vapour may help to prevent throat get dry and also help in chesty cough to bring up phlegm. One can also use a damp towel and place on radiator.
• Glycerine,honey and lemon will help to soothe throat (glycerine may not suitable for diabetic).
• Avoid smoky/dusty environments e.g. building sites/pubs.
• Always carry tissues with you.
• Avoid crowded areas.
• Avoid kissing.
• Avoid sharing cutlery, cups, foods and towels.
• Use extra pillows or raise the bed a few inches at night to help you breathe.
• Do not have too many blankets/clothing on.
• Have a good healthy diet.
• If smoking, consider to stop smoking.
• Cut down on alcohol.
• Allergy tips
• Sinus tips
• Sore throat tips
• Heartburn tips

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Natural treatments and tips (DR Axe)