Pharyngitis (Sore Throat)

Management of acute sore throat.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
ENTGeneral Practice

Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Sore throat - acute
National
Management of sore throat and indications for tonsillectomy
National
NICE guideline [NG84]
National
NICE guideline [NG84]: Sore throat (acute): antimicrobial prescribing
National
SIGN 117: Management of sore throat and indications for tonsillectomy
National
Antibiotic prescribing guidelines for pharyngitis, sore throat, and tonsillitis
Local
Antimicrobial Prescribing Guidelines for Primary Care: Pharyngitis / Sore Throat / Tonsillitis
Local
IDSA Clinical Practice Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Group A Streptococcal Pharyngitis: 2012 Update
Local