My throat has been itchy since this morning what do I do?

My throat has been itchy since this morning and its been bothering me the whole day. Now its developed into a cough and I think Im loosing my voice, but I cannot loose my voice because I have a interview at the university that I want to get into on Tuesday, so I need to be able to talk. Anyone with a quick reliable remedy?My throat has been itchy since this morning what do I do?
Drink lots of water. Also, try a little bit of honey mixed in with some lemon juice...about one teaspoon honey and one tablespoon lemon juice, for the cough. Old remedy that works well :)
Also, when I think I'm coming down with something I start popping vitamin C pills like crazy (not really, only a couple in the morning and a couple at night) and it'll go away soon (I've fought off a cold as soon as half a day this way).
You should note though, some people might advise you using a throat spray (I can't remember what it's called, but I think it's made by the Vicks 44 people), but don't do it. It numbs the throat and everything, and DOES generally kill the cough, but it also eats away the lining of the esophagus. NOT a good thing in the long run
Sore throat is usually due to a viral infection. Gargling with warm salty water or mouthwash can reduce the pain and inconvenience. You can find some good home remedies at http://ailments.in/sorethroat.html...