What medication should I take for a sore throat and hoarseness?

Generally, hoarseness refers to an abnormal change in voice, which may be caused by factors such as dry environment, dietary irritation, acute pharyngitis, vocal cord nodules, or chronic laryngitis. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention and follow medical advice to use medications such as Qingre Detoxification Granules, Antiviral Oral Liquid, Huangshi Xiangsheng Pills, Jins Bang Sanjie Pills, and Qinghou Lianyan Granules for treatment. A detailed explanation is as follows:

1. Dry Environment

Dry air may cause rapid evaporation of moisture from the throat mucosa, leading to insufficient lubrication of the vocal cords and affecting voice quality, causing hoarseness. Medication is generally not required; it is recommended to maintain indoor humidity using a humidifier and to drink plenty of water to keep the throat moist.

2. Dietary Irritation

Spicy or irritating foods or beverages can irritate the throat mucosa, causing vocal cord congestion and edema, which affects normal voice production. Usually, no medication is required. Reducing the intake of spicy and irritating foods, eating a light diet, consuming more vegetables and fruits, and maintaining a balanced diet can help enhance immunity and relieve discomfort.

3. Acute Pharyngitis

Acute pharyngitis is caused by viral or bacterial infection. Inflammation leads to vocal cord congestion and edema, affecting the normal vibration of the vocal cords and resulting in hoarseness. It may also be accompanied by symptoms such as coughing and fever. Under a doctor's guidance, medications such as Qingre Detoxification Granules, Antiviral Oral Liquid, and Liyan Detoxification Granules may be used for treatment.

4. Vocal Cord Nodules

Vocal cord nodules are caused by long-term improper use of the voice or excessive irritation to the vocal cords. The formation of nodules may affect the normal closure of the vocal cords, leading to hoarseness, accompanied by symptoms such as difficulty in phonation and a foreign body sensation in the throat. Patients may follow medical advice to use medications such as Huangshi Xiangsheng Pills, Jins Bang Sanjie Pills, and Jins Bang Kaiyin Pills for treatment.

5. Chronic Laryngitis

Chronic laryngitis is caused by long-term smoking, alcohol consumption, environmental pollution, and other factors leading to chronic inflammation of the throat mucosa. The throat mucosa becomes congested and thickened, the vocal cord surface becomes rough, potentially affecting voice quality. Symptoms such as a burning sensation in the throat and dry cough may also appear. Patients may use medications such as Pharyngitis Tablets, Qinghou Lianyan Granules, and Compound Guaizijin Granules under a doctor's recommendations.

In daily life, maintaining a balanced diet and consuming more foods rich in vitamins and minerals, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, can help enhance the body's immunity.