Fix my sore throat instantly without medication (please respond asap!)?

Question

Okay, there are lots of questions like this out there but nobody helps.

I tried lemon and honey and that only worked for about five minutes. Does that cayenne pepper thing work or is it just painful? Nobody say lion's pose because that's out of the question. Isn't there SOMETHING that can just zap that thing away so I won't be in crazy pain tomorrow? I'm taking ibuprofen already and it's no good.

Quick response is much appreciated!

Answer 1

gargle very warm almost hot salt water

Answer 2

Try gargling warm water mixed with salt....it won't take the pain away, but it will help your throat heal quicker.

Answer 3

get a small glass and fill it about a quarter with mouth wash and the rest with warm water and gargle it in steps (not all at once) the mouth wash has antiseptic in it and it kills the bacteria in your throat, thats what i do when my throat is sore and it works everytime, do this a couple times a day

Answer 4

I haven't found anything that really works besides those numbing throat things - yes medicine.

However, there are a few things that helps - it will still hurt in the morning, though:

1. Ice or popsicles. This will numb it, especially good for swallowing pills.

2. Hot tea. I would put honey and/or lemon in it. It does help a little longer than 5 minutes for me.

3. How much ibuprofen are you taking? make sure you take two.

Good luck - I have been there (I was swallowing jello once).  

Answer 5

try drinking shots of tequila and maybe gargle before you swallow, it will give you a burn sensation in your throat but will work.