Acute Laryngitis: What Medications Are More Effective?
Disease description:
Recently, I have been experiencing significant discomfort in my throat, especially with increased pain while speaking and difficulty swallowing. After a doctor's examination, I was diagnosed with acute laryngitis. Considering the impact of this condition on my daily life and work, I urgently hope to relieve the symptoms as soon as possible. Therefore, I would like to know which medication is more effective for treating acute laryngitis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lu Cheng
Acute laryngitis is an inflammation of the larynx caused by infection, irritation, or overuse of the voice. It usually presents with symptoms such as hoarseness, sore throat, cough, and sputum production. This condition may be caused by either bacterial or viral infections. Medications used to treat acute laryngitis mainly include antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, cough suppressants, and local anesthetics.
Patients should choose appropriate medications based on the specific cause. If acute laryngitis is caused by a bacterial infection, doctors may prescribe antibiotics such as penicillins or cephalosporins. However, antibiotics are ineffective against viral infections. For acute laryngitis caused by a viral infection, antiviral drugs such as ribavirin and oseltamivir phosphate can inhibit viral growth and replication, thereby alleviating symptoms. Dextromethorphan may help control coughing and allow the larynx to rest.
In daily life, patients should maintain adequate hydration, avoid irritating foods and beverages such as alcohol and coffee, which may worsen symptoms, and keep indoor air moist. Using a humidifier can help relieve throat dryness.
