Home care for cough includes:
- Stop smoking.
- Avoid exposure to secondary smoke.
- Avoid exposure to pollen.
- Avoid exposure to mold.
- Change air conditioning filters every month.
- Drink plenty of fluids.
- Take prescribed medicines as directed.
- Acetaminophen for pain and fever
- Ibuprofen for pain and fever
- Raise the head of your bed at night.
- Sleep on your left side.
- Use a humidifier if you live in a dry climate.
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