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Laryngitis is inflammation of the larynx and characterized by hoarseness, pain on swallowing and sensation of fullness around throat area. It is usually a short-lasting condition related to local inflammation but occasionally may lead to chronic laryngitis.

Medications:

  • Nasal spray Nasivion (Oxymetazoline 0.05%) 1 spray in each nostril thrice a day for 7 days
  • Tab. Okacet (Cetirizine 10 mg) 1 tablet at bedtime for 7 days
  • Tab. Dolo (Paracetamol 650 mg) 1 tablet thrice a day for 7 days
  • Strepsil lozenges – 1 lozenge thrice a day for 7 days
  • Tab. Pan 40 (Pantaprazole 40 mg) 1 tablet once a day on empty stomach for 7 days
  • If hoarseness persist beyond one week – Cap. Mox 500 (Amoxicillin 500 mg) 1 tablet twice a day for 10 days

General advice:

  • Voice rest
  • Avoid polluting environments
  • Avoid whispering
  • Steam inhalation
  • Drink warm fluids
  • Stop smoking and avoid alcohol

Investigations:

  • Complete blood count – to identify raised white cells count
  • Laryngoscopy – to look for extent of inflammation, rule out other pathologies

Referral:

Consider referring the patient to ENT specialist if there is inadequate response to above therapies or if patient presents with additional complications.