What causes a Sore Throat?
Sore throats are a frequent condition and are a result of a bacterial or viral infection. When the throat becomes infected by bacteria or viruses, the body’s natural immune response to the infection leads to inflammation and pain.
Treatment
Unfortunately, antibiotics are not normally effective in treating a sore throat because most cases of sore throats are caused by viruses. Sometimes antibiotics are recommended to prevent a secondary bacterial infection.
To help prevent the discomfort of a sore throat, drink plenty of water, get lots of rest, eat a well balanced diet filled with fruits and vegetables and maintain a healthy mouth by brushing your teeth regularly.
Next steps
Patients should visit their local community pharmacy and find out what medicines are available for helping with the pain. Pain relief may come in the form of tablets, throat gargles, throat sprays and lozenges. Products containing ibuprofen and aspirin are effective pain relievers and anti-inflammatories, however, these treatments aren’t safe for everybody. Check with your community pharmacist about what medicines are safe for you. Regular paracetamol also helps relieve pain and fever.
SORE THROAT PRODUCTs
Mucinex Chesty Cough Tablets 10's
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Harker Herbals Chest Relief Night 200Ml
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Betadine Ready To Use Sore Throat Gargle 120Ml
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Anti-bacterial sore throat treatment. Betadine Ready to Use Sore Throat Gargle kills bacteria that may cause a sore throat (pharyngitis) and may be used as an aid in the treatment of such an inf...
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Harker Herbals Childrens Chest Soothe Night
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Harker Herbals Super Sleep Well
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Betadine Concentrated Sore Throat Gargle 15Ml
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Betadine Sore Throat Gargle acts as an antiseptic which when gargled helps to kill viruses and/ or bacteria that cause throat infections. Active Ingredients: Povidine-Iodine 7.5% Dosage: Dilute 1m...
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