To stop coughing fast, you can try several effective methods that soothe your throat and reduce the cough reflex:
- Use the Stop-Cough Technique: At the first sign of a cough tickle, cover your mouth with your hand, swallow once, hold your breath for a few seconds, then breathe slowly and smoothly for about 30 seconds while keeping your hand over your mouth. This helps reduce the cough reflex by keeping the throat warm and moist and controlling airflow
- Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids such as water, warm teas, or broth to thin mucus and soothe the throat. Hydration helps reduce irritation and coughing frequency
- Try Honey: Taking a spoonful of honey or mixing it into warm drinks can soothe throat irritation and reduce coughing, especially at night
- Gargle with Warm Salt Water: Dissolve half a teaspoon of salt in warm water and gargle several times a day. This helps loosen mucus and relieve throat irritation
- Inhale Steam: Breathing in steam from a hot shower or bowl of hot water can moisturize the airways, loosen mucus, and ease coughing
- Use Cough Suppressants or Lozenges: Over-the-counter cough suppressants or throat lozenges may help reduce the urge to cough by soothing the throat
- Avoid Irritants: Stay away from smoke, strong odors, and dry or cold air that can worsen coughing
These methods can provide quick relief from coughing. If the cough persists for more than a few weeks or is severe, consult a healthcare professional
