{"id":57007,"date":"2023-02-08T08:19:59","date_gmt":"2023-02-08T13:19:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=57007"},"modified":"2025-02-10T20:08:59","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T01:08:59","slug":"home-remedies-for-strep-throat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/home-remedies-for-strep-throat\/","title":{"rendered":"9 home remedies for strep throat"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/strep-throat-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strep throat<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an infection that affects the throat and tonsils. It is caused by bacteria called group A <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Streptococcus<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or group A strep. Symptoms may include sore throat, painful swallowing, fever, and swollen lymph nodes and tonsils.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because strep throat is caused by bacteria, healthcare providers will prescribe an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-do-antibiotics-work\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antibiotic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to treat the infection. It is important to take the antibiotic exactly as directed and for the entire time prescribed. The proper dosage will ensure the infection is completely cleared and helps prevent antibiotic resistance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The good news is that while you wait for your infection to clear, there are some natural remedies that you can try at home\u2014in addition to taking your prescription medication\u2014that can help soothe your sore throat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-causes-strep-throat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What causes strep throat?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While most sore throats are caused by a viral infection, strep throat is caused by bacteria called group A <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Streptococcus<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or group A strep. Viruses (such as the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/common-cold-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">common cold<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/influenza-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">flu<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) do not respond to antibiotics, but bacterial infections like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountsinai.org\/health-library\/diseases-conditions\/strep-throat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">strep throat<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> do respond to antibiotics. Healthcare providers will prescribe an antibiotic, such as amoxicillin or penicillin, to people who test positive for strep throat. An antibiotic can help clear the infection and prevent other serious complications, such as rheumatic fever or kidney problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-is-strep-throat-spread\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How is strep throat spread?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/group-a-strep\/about\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (CDC), strep is very contagious. It is usually spread through:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Respiratory droplets<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bacteria from your nose and throat are spread through droplets when you cough, sneeze, or talk\u2014then, others pick up the germs when they breathe in the droplets, share personal items, or touch something that contains the droplets and then touch their nose or mouth.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Direct contact<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This can occur when others come into contact with infected sores (or fluid from the sores) on the skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improper food handling <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(in rare cases)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, it usually takes about two to five days to develop symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-are-the-symptoms-of-strep-throat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the symptoms of strep throat?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/article\/000639.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">symptoms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which may range from mild to severe, may include the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fever and chills<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sore throat (the throat may appear red with white patches)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Painful swallowing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swollen neck glands<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other symptoms may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A general feeling of illness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appetite loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abnormal taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A rash that appears on the neck and chest, which may spread over the body<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bacteria that causes strep throat may also cause symptoms of an ear infection or sinus infection.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"strep-throat-diagnosis\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strep throat diagnosis\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two types of tests can be used to diagnose strep throat:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rapid strep test<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The healthcare professional will take a swab of the throat and test the sample in the office. Results will be available in 15 minutes or less. If the test is positive, the healthcare provider will prescribe an antibiotic. The healthcare provider may order a throat culture if the test is negative.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Throat culture<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This test takes longer for results because it is a test to see if group A strep bacteria grow from the swab. This test sometimes finds infections that were missed in a rapid test. A culture is important for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/strep-throat-in-kids\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">children and teenagers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> because they are at risk for getting rheumatic fever from an untreated strep throat infection.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\t\t<div class=\"singlecare-dynamic-newsletter-wrapper sin-newsletter-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"heading\">Get our wellness newsletter<\/span>\n\t\t\t<form class=\"form-wrapper\" data-newsletter-form=\"1\" data-subsource=\"Wellness Newsletter\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"input-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<label for=\"dynamic-email\">Email<\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"email\" id=\"dynamic-email\" class=\"email\" required>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"input-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<input class=\"submit-form-btn\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Click to sign up\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/form>\n\t\t\t<p class=\"success-message\" aria-live=\"polite\"><\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"strep-throat-treatment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strep throat treatment\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the test is positive, the healthcare provider will prescribe an antibiotic, generally taken for 10 days. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/amoxicillin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amoxicillin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/penicillin-v-potassium\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">penicillin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are commonly prescribed for strep throat\u2014however, other antibiotics may be used, especially if the individual is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/penicillin-allergy\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">allergic to penicillin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> antibiotics. Symptoms may begin to improve quickly, within one or two days. However, it is always important to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/finish-antibiotics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">finish the full course of antibiotics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, even if you are starting to feel better. It may take up to seven to 10 days until you are feeling back to normal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may have heard that you should replace your toothbrush if you have strep\u2014but when is the best time to do so? Healthcare professionals recommend replacing your toothbrush after two or three days, but before you finish the antibiotic. And it\u2019s best to keep each person\u2019s toothbrush separate from others in the family.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/amoxicillin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amoxicillin coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/penicillin-v-potassium\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Penicillin coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"home-remedies-for-strep-throat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home remedies for strep throat<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While natural or at-home remedies, like the ones listed below, may ease symptoms, the antibiotic is what eliminates the infection, ultimately making you feel better. So, you can try as many of these tips as you would like, but be sure to take your antibiotic as directed by your physician. There are no home remedies that can kill strep throat. The fastest and most effective way to cure strep throat is with an antibiotic, so it is essential to see your healthcare provider for a diagnosis and medical treatment. If your healthcare provider prescribes an antibiotic, you can always use a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription-discount-card\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">free SingleCare card<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to save up to 80% on the price of your medication.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below is a list of helpful tips you can try at home to help ease strep throat symptoms:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"1-rest\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Rest<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forget about the laundry and dishes. Stay home and get plenty of rest and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepfoundation.org\/physical-health\/how-sleep-affects-immunity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleep<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Research finds that sleep and the immune system are closely connected. While lack of sleep can disrupt the immune system, consistent sleep can help strengthen the immune system, which will help fight off illness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"2-drink-plenty-of-fluids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Drink plenty of fluids<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/uhs.umich.edu\/strep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">plenty of water or other fluids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014healthcare professionals recommend at least eight cups daily. This amount can help you stay hydrated and keep the throat from feeling dry. Think warm, soothing liquids like chicken soup, bone broths, or herbal tea\u2014or, if you prefer, cooler choices such as cool drinks, popsicles, or ices. Avoid acidic drinks like orange juice or tomato juice.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"3-eat-soft-soothing-foods\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Eat soft, soothing foods<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating soft, soothing foods can help you stay nourished while minimizing painful swallowing. Choose foods <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/carle.org\/conditions\/strep-throat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">soothing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the mouth and throat, such as soups, rice, pasta, oatmeal, mashed potatoes, pudding, yogurt, and ice cream. Avoid spicy or acidic foods like salsa and hot sauce\u2014as well as foods that are hard or crunchy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"4-take-over-the-counter-otc-pain-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Take over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC pain medications can help with sore throat relief. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/tylenol\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tylenol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (acetaminophen) can help with fever and pain. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/motrin-ib\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motrin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (ibuprofen) can help with fever, pain, and inflammation. Children and teenagers under <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stanfordchildrens.org\/en\/topic\/default?id=reye-syndrome-90-P02620\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19 years of age<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should not take aspirin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check with your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you need help determining which OTC pain medication is safe for you. If your child has strep throat, check with the pediatrician or pharmacist for appropriate medication and dosing for the child\u2019s age and weight. If you or your child are taking a liquid form of medication, measure it with a medication-measuring device. Kitchen utensils are inaccurate for measuring medicine and should not be used for this purpose.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/tylenol\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tylenol coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/motrin-ib\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motrin coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"5-gargle-with-salt-water\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Gargle with salt water<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make a saltwater gargle. Add half a teaspoon of salt to eight ounces of warm water to make a warm saltwater solution. Gargle several times a day. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/sore-throat\/diagnosis-treatment\/drc-20351640\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gargling with salt water<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help with pain and inflammation, lubricate the throat, and help eliminate germs. Note that a saltwater gargle is not a substitute for an antibiotic if your healthcare provider determines one is needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"6-add-honey-or-lemon\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Add honey or lemon<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Honey has natural <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3609166\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antibacterial properties<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (although it cannot substitute for an antibiotic), which can help soothe a sore throat. You can mix two tablespoons of honey into a glass of warm water or tea, drink, and repeat several times daily. Do not give honey to children under the age of 1 year old.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lemon<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can also help a sore throat, providing pain relief and boosting immunity (courtesy of vitamin C). You can mix a teaspoon of lemon juice into a cup of warm water to make lemon water and drink.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"7-use-a-cool-mist-humidifier\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Use a cool mist humidifier<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the United States Food and Drug Administration (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/drugs\/special-features\/use-caution-when-giving-cough-and-cold-products-kids\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), using a cool mist humidifier is better. A warm mist humidifier can cause nasal congestion and make breathing more difficult. It can also pose a burn risk. Follow the manufacturer\u2019s directions on cleaning and maintaining the cool mist humidifier. Keeping it clean is important to prevent mold and bacteria from growing.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"8-suck-on-lozenges\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Suck on lozenges<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sucking on lozenges or sugar-free hard candy can help soothe a sore throat. Or, you can try sucking on ice chips or ice pops. Because hard candies or lozenges can be a choking hazard, ask your pediatrician before giving these items to a younger child. Healthcare professionals generally only <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stlouischildrens.org\/health-resources\/pulse\/kids-and-colds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recommend<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> them for children at least six years old.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"9-avoid-irritants\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Avoid irritants<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid things that can worsen your sore throat, such as spicy foods and scalding liquids. Avoid secondhand smoke, and if you smoke, try to stop smoking while you are sick. You can also talk to your healthcare provider about a smoking cessation program to help you <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/what-happens-when-you-quit-smoking\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stop smoking<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014you\u2019ll reap many long-term benefits by doing so, such as lowering the risk of heart and lung problems and cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"when-to-see-a-doctor-for-strep-throat-symptoms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When to see a doctor for strep throat symptoms<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be challenging to differentiate the symptoms of a viral sore throat (which would not require antibiotic treatment) from a strep infection. If you have a severe sore throat that comes on suddenly, especially when accompanied by a fever, consult your healthcare provider immediately.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your physician determines that you or your child has strep throat, they will prescribe an antibiotic. If you or your child does not start to feel better within two days, consult your physician. And remember that the course of antibiotics should be finished even if you start feeling better quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your sore throat is so severe that you have difficulty swallowing, speaking, or breathing, get emergency medical attention right away.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Strep throat is an infection that affects the throat and tonsils. It is caused by bacteria called group A Streptococcus or group A strep. Symptoms may include sore throat, painful swallowing, fever, and swollen lymph nodes and tonsils.\u00a0 Because strep throat is caused by bacteria, healthcare providers will prescribe an antibiotic to treat the infection. 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