Best Medicines for Throat Infection in India
Most are viral. Antibiotics only for bacterial (strep throat).
Last updated: April 2026
Paracetamol
Use: For pain and fever.
Side effects: Rare
Side effects: Rare. For pain and fever.
Amoxicillin
Use: For bacterial throat infection.
Side effects: Diarrhea
Side effects: Diarrhea. For bacterial throat infection.
Benzocaine Lozenges
Use: Numbs throat pain.
Side effects: Numbness
Side effects: Numbness. Numbs throat pain.
When to See a Doctor
If difficulty swallowing, high fever >3 days, or white patches on tonsils.
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