Phillip Said:

What is your opinion on the best medicine for a sore throat and runny/stuffy nose?

We Answered:

Gargle with warm salty water several times a day for sore throat. He can't really help snoring because he's all clogged up so his breathing is off. I don't know, but doubt that strips would help with that kind of snoring. Sleeping on your side usually helps stop snoring. Just coax him to turn over on his side if he's on his back by gently pushing his shoulder in that direction until he turns over. Robitussin cough syrup is good. Nyquil is very good. It also comes in a day time formula, Dayquil. A little regular Afrin spray will help with the stuffy nose; just don't use it for a long time.

Geraldine Said:

what are the best medicine for sore throat?

We Answered:

You have man prescription and non-prescription options.

Home Remedy:
Warm Salt Water (mix 1 TBSP of salt in 6 oz very warm water). Gargle, sooth, repeat every 2 hours.

OTC Medicines:
Cepacol lozenges (with Dextromethorphan and Benzocaine - cough supressant and numbing agent).
Choloraseptic lozenges or spray (numbing agents)
Many other cough drops.

Rx: Anything with lidocaine. There is a famous Pharmacists Mix called "Magic mouthwash" (Benadryl to dry up post nasal drip | Lidocaine to numb | Mylanta to soothe). It's called BLM / Magic Mouthwash. It's rx only because too much lidocaine changes the heart rhythm and beating.

Best of luck.

(FYI By far the lidocaine is the best, but requires an Rx and can be expensive). Salt Water is the next best and really does work that well.

Sue Said:

What is the best otc medicine for sore throat and body aches?

We Answered:

Alka Setlzer Cold and Flu

Janice Said:

Best medicine for a sore throat?

We Answered:

zinc
extra vitamin c
astraulugus tea or herbs tablets or throught spray... i use the children's one
multivitamin

stick to warm tea and drinks
also
do garlgle of the warmest you can stand of salt water or vinager and water or peroxide and water... and ride it out...

Gerald Said:

what is the best medicine for a sore throat?

We Answered:

Most sore throats are viral and self limiting. Drink plenty of fluids, take appropriate doses of paracetamol. Gargling with salt or aspirin is not recommended as it is in fact irritant. Local throat sprays such as Chloraseptic or Difflam may reduce symptoms.