(Part 3) Reddit mentions: The best cough & sore throat medicine

besides warming up and drinking water? well, first of all, drinking even more water. 🤷‍♀️

this stuff is also great for keeping your throat lubricated - don't rely on it as a crutch, but it can help protect you in conjunction with hydrating: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B000Q3BZQE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_wyGUCbSFF97C8
it tastes kinda gross but also kinda good? lol

technique-wise: i know you know, but the better your breathing, the less likely you are to put any undue stress on your throat. also, keep everything loose! to minimize tension, before you start, try stretching your neck, massaging your jaw, shaking your head around, etc. sounds silly, but keeping everything relaxed will not only protect you from actually hurting yourself, but will also decrease the amount of total energy you're using to get the sounds you want. personally i haven't had a problem with extra tension when i scream, but this helps me soooo much with regular singing.

Also here's my help your voice advice:

steamy shower,
grethers pastilles--- (they aren't cheap but help, if you're in LA they also sell them at monsieur marcel at the grove)
https://www.amazon.com/GRETHERS-PASTILLES-BLACK-CURRANT-REGULAR/dp/B001ODHMCG
And singers throat spray-- (usually at Whole Foods and sprouts)

https://www.vitaminlife.com/index/page/product/product_id/65360/product_name/Singer+s+Saving+Grace+Honey+Lemon?CAWELAID=120060990000004049&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3JKHro2Y3gIVEbvsCh2U9ABpEAQYBSABEgIrcfD_BwE

Also a link to other info:
https://www.musicademy.com/info/vocal-care-throat-sprays-for-singers/

Of course also email your agent and ask their advice so they aren't left in the dark.

You might also try these:

http://www.amazon.com/THAYERS-Slippery-Elm-Lozenges-Cherry/dp/B00014GD6K/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1406094400&sr=8-2&keywords=slippery+elm+bark+lozenges

Is this the right delsym product? https://www.amazon.com/Delsym-Cough-Suppressant-Orange-Flavor/dp/B001KYQAGI/ref=pd_sim_121_4?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B001A3ZB3M&pd_rd_r=ZPG9HM8FF60NAFYP3EJF&pd_rd_w=p2ioy&pd_rd_wg=NSSzn&refRID=ZPG9HM8FF60NAFYP3EJF&th=1

Thayers Slippery Elm Lozenges, Maple, 42 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005NGWZTU/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_fSJZxb1CMPF4V

Slippery!

This was from a quick search for xylitol lozenges.

These too.

https://www.amazon.com/HALLS-Cough-Drops-Cherry-30/dp/B00TS5FR5G
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TS5GN5Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_pAJqxbP7RJNT1

We can get them for $.05 a piece here.

I can't imagine doing that without trying some topical analgesic. I'm not sure if this would work http://www.amazon.com/Chloraseptic-Throat-Spray-Cherry-6-Ounce/dp/B001GCU15A, but it'd be up my nose.

Dry mouth is incredibly difficult to combat in many cases. Finding the cause of your dry mouth determines a more specific plan of action agreeded upon by you and your dentist.

That being said, I went to a CE course recently that recommended these http://www.amazon.com/Scandinavian-Formulas-SalivaSure-90-Lozenges/dp/B0012K3ERS 3 times daily and brushing 3x daily with MI paste plus (your dentist can order it for you). Many people suck on ice cubes/chips throughout the day (don't chew them). Milk is also advised during meals as the milk fat helps make swallowing easier.

A consultation with your dentist for your own specific needs is advised.

I thought Vicks made CDops. Oops, my mistake; just the same color.

Stop taking expectorants. THEY MAKE YOU COUGH, EINSTEIN !

Go to the drug store and get DELSYM

Try unsweetened applesauce. Failing that, there's this: https://www.amazon.com/Humco-266416001-Raspberry-Syrup-oz/dp/B0773MGV5Z/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1539381158&sr=8-2&keywords=humco+raspberry