What medication should I take for a sore throat?
May 08, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lu Cheng
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, the throat refers to the pharynx. Sore throat and pharyngeal swelling may be caused by excessive voice use, dry air, the common cold, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, and other conditions. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention; under a doctor's guidance, medications such as Roxithromycin Capsules, Qing Hou Li Yan Granules, and Jin Sang Kai Yin Pills may be used for treatment. Additionally, gargling with warm salt water can help reduce throat inflammation and discomfort.
Generally speaking, the throat refers to the pharynx. Sore throat may be caused by excessive voice use, dry air, common cold, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, and other factors. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. Under a doctor's guidance, medications such as Roxithromycin Capsules, Qing Hou Li Yan Granules, or Jin Sang Kai Yin Pills may be used for treatment. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Excessive Voice Use
Speaking loudly or singing for prolonged periods can fatigue the throat muscles, causing local congestion and swelling, which may lead to a sore throat. Usually, no medication is required. To prevent this condition, it is advisable to control speaking duration and volume appropriately, avoiding excessive voice strain.
2. Dry Air
Dry air may cause rapid evaporation of moisture from the throat mucosa, leading to mucosal dryness and congestion, which can cause throat swelling and pain. Typically, no medication is needed. To relieve this discomfort, using a humidifier to increase indoor humidity or drinking more water to keep the throat moist may be helpful.
3. Common Cold
A common cold may be caused by viral or bacterial infection. During a cold, viruses may multiply in the throat area, triggering mucosal congestion and swelling as well as immune system responses, potentially leading to a sore throat. It is often accompanied by symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and fever. Medications such as Ganmao Qingre Granules, Fenghan Ganmao Granules, or Compound Paracetamol and Amantadine Capsules may be taken according to medical advice.
4. Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils, usually caused by bacterial infection. The inflammation may cause the tonsils to swell and produce pus, resulting in throat pain. It may be accompanied by symptoms such as high fever and difficulty breathing. Medications such as Roxithromycin Capsules, Jin Lian Hua Granules, or Pudi Lan Xiaoyan Tablets may be used under medical guidance.
5. Pharyngitis
Pharyngitis is an inflammation of the throat mucosa, which may be caused by bacterial, viral, or other pathogenic infections. The inflammation causes congestion and swelling of the throat mucosa, leading to throat pain. It is usually accompanied by symptoms such as hoarseness, coughing, and sputum production. Medications such as Shufeng Jiedu Capsules, Qing Hou Li Yan Granules, or Jin Sang Kai Yin Pills may be used upon a doctor's recommendation.
It is recommended to regularly clean the mouth and throat to help reduce bacterial growth and relieve throat pain. Additionally, gargling with warm salt water several times daily may help alleviate throat inflammation and discomfort.
