[hippieglitter]

I have woken up today with a really sore throat, I have a job interview tomorrow I can't be ill. Anybody got any miracle cures, I have strepsils.

[jimbo139]

Try drinking lots of fluids, and regular paracetamol + ibuprofen. Mention the sore throat when you get there.

[moya]

If you can get hold of some codeine, 2 500/30mg co-codamol will get rid of it, or I think you can buy 500/8mg over the counter.

Or just paracetamol by itself.

(Original post by callumbm)
Ps as far as a previous poster commented, codeine containing products aren't very appropriate for a sore throat.

possibly, as I can only say from personal experience (it got rid of my sore throat completely on a couple of occasions) so it's probably not the best advice./

[umop apisdn]

Soluble paracetamol. Hot water with honey and a slice of lemon.

[mabrookes]

Strepsils massively help me, and lemsip or just paracetamol. Just don't get the Strepsils that have anaesthetic they are horrible.

[Anonymous]

Can anyone help me.

I don't have a sore throat, however am having to remove phlegm from my throat every minute or so. If I don't, I feel like I'm going to choke and it can be very unfortable. I did give sex to a gay guy a few weeks ago, I don't know if that has anything to do with it.

[there's too much love]

Gargle some salt water. Make sure it's pretty salty.
Gargle it for around 1 minute now, one before you brush your teeth for bed.

Don't swallow it.

And if you're not used to it take a little sip in your mouth and leave it in there for a few seconds so you know what's coming, then spit it out.

If it's caused by bacteria, that will get it, if not, it won't do any harm.





Keep hydrated.
Make sure you get plenty of sleep.
Make sure you eat enough.

Good luck!

[SubAtomic]

Warm milk and honey

[callumbm]

Hi, I'm work in a community pharmacy. Anaesthetic throat spray is the most effective relief. It's immediate and lasts longer than most soluble pain relief. It'll freeze the back of your throat to the extent that you can't really feel yourself swallowing. It's a strange sensation but totally effective. You can get it over the counter at any pharmacy. Don't take it if you're asthmatic though. Boots do their own version which is slightly cheaper than other brand names.

Also, if you believe this is the start of a cold or flu try Vicks First Defence. It's a spray that irrigates the passages behind the nose where cold and flu viruses love to hide initially. Well worth keeping in the house, haven't had a cold since I bought a unit 6 months ago.

Hope this helps

Ps as far as a previous poster commented, codeine containing products aren't very appropriate for a sore throat. If you do develop cold or flu like symptoms, please bare in mind that you should not take paracetamol or ibuprofen with any other cold or flu medications that contain the same active ingredients (and a lot of them do). Always read the information leaflet to double check for doses/allergies/contraindications/side effects.

[Joinedup]

I gargle dilute TCP (from the pharmacist) in accordance with the instructions on the label... I rather think my bacteria laugh in the face of salt water gargle.

[TheWorldEndsWithMe]

A few friends of mine swear by warm blackcurrant squash for relief (they made me try it last night - worked far better than the cup of tea did in any case). One part blackcurrant; three parts boiled water; one part cold so you don't burn yourself.

Otherwise paracetamol and strepsils.

[Rybee]

It's probably a bit late now but I've just seen this.

1 - Keep VERY hydrated, if your piss isn't clear, drink up!
2 - Use anaesthetic throat spray, 'Vicks' is very good.
3 - Pain killers and anti-inflammatories are a must. Paracetamol and Ibuprofen.

A doctor once told me that the best way was to get non-soluble aspirin tablets, crush them up and put them in a small glass of cold water (only a mouthful of water). Swirl it around your mouth and gargle with it, tip your head back for 5 seconds and then spit out the water. The powdered Aspirin will then be sitting right in the back of your throat and will be rapidly absorbed into the inflamed areas of the throat and is one of the best ways to help a sore throat.

I tried it after he said it, and I swear by it now, it's incredibly effective and and you just need to carry around a bottle of water and aspirin tablets with you. No need to carry a lemon, a jar of honey, fresh blackberries, ginger, a bag of sugar or a hair from a unicorn.

Honestly, give it a go.

[Dr.Kweks waszabi]

1.BEECHAMS....All in one ... It is a miracle worker trust me .
2.Also salt and hot water (not hot enough to burn your mouth of course ) .

3. Squeeze lemon into your throat ( Mixing lemon and ginger also helps)
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[TanyaZoexx]

I'd say Anesthetic throat spray, I always find it works wonders especially if you need it instantly if you have a job interview! Otherwise anything with honey in, especially lemsip or hot orange juice with honey!

[Archamedes]

Vitamin C, natural is the only way! Get some oranges my friend.

[tnajamie]

(Original post by hippieglitter)
i have woken up today with a really sore throat, i have a job interview tomorrow i can't be ill. Anybody got any miracle cures, i have strepsils.

warm lemon water!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!