Stiftung Warentest Finds Most Throat Remedies Ineffective

Only five out of 24 tested products showed limited effectiveness in alleviating throat pain, with many alternatives proving more cost-effective.

Stiftung Warentest reviewed 24 common throat remedies, finding only five to be somewhat effective.
The majority of products tested were deemed not worth the money due to limited benefits and potential side effects.
The five products deemed 'with limitations suitable' are non-pharmaceutical and rely on physical rather than pharmacological effects.
Common home remedies, such as sour candies and herbal teas, were found to be as effective and less expensive than many commercial products.
There is no cure to eliminate throat inflammation caused by viruses, but symptoms typically resolve within two to seven days.