Sore throat
Painful inflammation or irritation in the throat, typically worsening during the act of swallowing.
Sources
- Sore Throat Basics - CDC — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Sore throat (pharyngitis) - symptoms, treatments and causes - Healthdirect — Healthdirect Australia
What causes sore throat?
Most sore throats are caused by viruses, including viruses that cause colds or flu. Other causes include the bacteria group A Streptococcus, allergies, and smoking or exposure to secondhand smoke.
Which medicines for sore throat can I order?
For sore throat, Mucopain, which contains benzocaine, can be ordered online here. Its product page shows the strengths and pack sizes.
Where can I order medicine for sore throat in Hong Kong?
You can order medicines for sore throat online here, for example Mucopain. Tracked courier delivery to Hong Kong takes 5 to 9 business days, and standard airmail takes 14 to 21 business days without tracking. To order, choose the strength and pack size on the product page, add it to the cart and pay on the secure payment page by Visa, Mastercard or American Express, or by Bitcoin or Ethereum. Every order ships in plain, unbranded packaging.
What are the symptoms of sore throat?
Sore throat usually means pain or discomfort in the throat, which may worsen when you swallow. It often comes with a fever, and a viral sore throat may also bring a cough, runny nose, diarrhoea, tiredness or conjunctivitis.
What other names are medicines for sore throat sold under?
Anbesol and Orajel are brand names of benzocaine. The medicines listed here are generics, not the original brands.
How long does sore throat last?
Sore throat symptoms usually peak within 3 to 5 days and get better by day 10. A sore throat caused by a virus will usually get better on its own within about 10 days.
What is the price of medicines for sore throat in Hong Kong?
Prices for sore throat medicines are shown in Hong Kong dollars, US dollars or another currency you pick from the currency menu. Each product card on this page gives the starting price per tube, and the product page lists every strength and pack size with its price.
How can a sore throat be prevented?
Avoiding close contact with people who have sore throats, colds or other upper respiratory infections can help prevent sore throat. Not smoking and avoiding exposure to secondhand smoke also help. Sore throats are common and cannot always be prevented.
What medicines can help a sore throat?
Pain relief medicine may help ease the symptoms of a sore throat. Lozenges and throat gargles might also help, giving mild pain relief by numbing the throat.