What causes a Sore Throat?
Sore throats are a frequent condition and are a result of a bacterial or viral infection. When the throat becomes infected by bacteria or viruses, the body’s natural immune response to the infection leads to inflammation and pain.
Treatment
Unfortunately, antibiotics are not normally effective in treating a sore throat because most cases of sore throats are caused by viruses. Sometimes antibiotics are recommended to prevent a secondary bacterial infection.
To help prevent the discomfort of a sore throat, drink plenty of water, get lots of rest, eat a well balanced diet filled with fruits and vegetables and maintain a healthy mouth by brushing your teeth regularly.
Next steps
Patients should visit their local community pharmacy and find out what medicines are available for helping with the pain. Pain relief may come in the form of tablets, throat gargles, throat sprays and lozenges. Products containing ibuprofen and aspirin are effective pain relievers and anti-inflammatories, however, these treatments aren’t safe for everybody. Check with your community pharmacist about what medicines are safe for you. Regular paracetamol also helps relieve pain and fever.
SORE THROAT PRODUCTs
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Harker Herbals Childrens Immune Build
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Life Pharmacy Orewa
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Otrivin Seawater &Eucalypt Sphotoready 20Ml
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Difflam Sore Throat Spray 30Ml
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Duro-Tuss Chesty Cough Liquid Forte 200Ml
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Maxiclear Cold & Flu Sinus & Pain Relief 30S
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For the temporary relief of cold and flu symptoms including headache, fever, pain, and nasal and sinus congestion. Common Uses Treats symptoms of: Headache Fever Blocked nose Runny nose Sinus pain ...
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