तीव्र ग्रसनीशोथ का उपचार जब वायरल कारण संभावित हो और एंटीबायोटिक्स का संकेत न हो

References

1. In patients with one or no Centor criterion, expert recommendations and clinical practice guidelines agree that no test or antibiotic is necessary.
2. The recent European guideline on the management of AP recommends the use of analgesics and anti-inflammatories as non-antibiotic drug treatment.
3. Ibuprofen and diclofenac are slightly more effective than paracetamol in relieving sore throats.
4. Flurbiprofen, a local action anti-inflammatory, has been demonstrated to be more effective than a placebo in the relief of sore throat.
5. Rest is recommended while there is a fever; ensure an adequate intake of fluids, avoid irritants and gargle with warm water and salt.

DOI: 10.1016/j.otoeng.2015.05.003