Please choose the correct ending to complete the given sentence: Health: [header] How to numb a sore throat [title] Take an over-the-counter pain medication. [step] Acetaminophen (tylenol), ibuprofen (advil), or naproxen (aleve) have all been shown to be beneficial in reducing the pain of a sore throat. Ask your doctor before you take them if you are on blood thinners or other prescription medication.

Ending1: [substeps] Buy an over-the-counter pain reliever that you can drink while dwelling on your sore throat. Drinking too much can lead to nausea and vomiting. Ending2: Do not exceed a 3 to 5 mg tablet or more, even if it is made with acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Inform your doctor of any side effects you may have. Ending3: Your doctor may also advise you for anti-inflammatory medications before you begin taking medication. [substeps] Talk to your doctor about how much antidepressants you are taking and if you are taking too many. Ending4: [title] Try salt-water gargling. [step] Although this has not been proven in any conventional medical trials, it is something that is known to help with sore throats.

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