Sore Throats

A sore throat is an uncomfortable and painful condition. The throat becomes red and sore and it may be worse when you swallow. In 8 out of 10 cases, a sore throat is caused by a virus and will only last 3 to 7 days.

• Drink plenty of water and suck lozenges to moisten the throat.
• Ask your pharmacist to choose a product for you that will help relieve the pain.
• In most cases there is no cure but the symptoms can be helped.
• Most sore throats will go on their own in about 7 days.
• Antibiotics from the doctor are not useful in most cases of sore throats.
• Ask to see your pharmacist if you are having difficulty swallowing drinks.
• Loss of voice is common with dry sore throats.
• If you have a sore throat that you are worried about, ask our pharmacist for advice.