Coughing at night and itchy throat can not be specific how to immediately stop coughing, it is recommended that the appropriate treatment according to the cause. Common causes are pharyngitis, sinusitis, reflux esophagitis and so on. Commonly used treatment methods general treatment and medication.
1. Pharyngitis: Drink more water, quit smoking and alcohol. For mild symptoms, local treatment can be used, such as warm saline gargle. Commonly used drugs are glucocorticoids such as dexamethasone and antibiotics such as gentamicin for nebulized inhalation; allergic pharyngitis can use antihistamines such as loratadine.
2. Sinusitis: local hot compresses can promote local blood circulation and improve symptoms. Commonly used drugs are antibiotics such as amoxicillin; intranasal decongestants such as pseudoephedrine; glucocorticoids such as dexamethasone.
3. Reflux esophagitis: no more food 2-3h before bedtime, prohibit smoking and alcohol, avoid spicy and stimulating food. Commonly used drugs are proton pump inhibitors such as omeprazole, etc.; pro-dynamic drugs such as domperidone.
The above drugs should be used under the guidance of a doctor, avoid self-medication.
There may be other reasons for coughing at night and itchy throat, if the symptoms are not relieved for a long time, it is recommended to go to the hospital in time to clarify the cause of the disease and give targeted treatment.