The Magic Mouthwash ingredients sound disgusting and not likely to help a sore throat. After reading the Sprittibee's blog post about it I gave in. I was hurting. I had tons of nasty looking phlegm, a killer sore throat, slight fever, aches, etc. I had been to the doctor. He assured me it was not strep or bacterial. Yeah, but still in pain. I looked online for home remedies. I found two I used other than the salt water gargle for my throat. The salt water gargle had done nothing for my throat in terms of relief.
The ingredients are simple: 1 part children's benadryl (I used cherry flavored) and 1 part milk of magnesia or similar (cherry flavor again). It numbed my throat!! It truly works. I have not tried it with my children since no one has had a sore throat yet.
The other online remedy I used was in the evenings and it is a pretty old school remedy but it does work. It is not for young children. Wild turkey heated up, a teaspoon honey and a splash of lemon. I bought a small thing of Wild Turkey 101 with the thought "that'll kill anything in my throat". All the other ingredients I had on hand. I always suggested using local honey. I buy mine at the farmers market.
I hope this finds everyone in great health and it's just a post to read :)
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or nurse. Before using any of these remedies make sure you check with your MD, DO, NP or PA.
And Everyone have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!
