[header] How to stop a dry cough [title] Get plenty of rest. [step] While many people tend to push through an illness, you will get over a dry cough quicker if you allow yourself to rest and rejuvenate. If you push yourself, you are also likely to infect friends, family and co-workers, as well as risk becoming worse by running down your immune system. 
[substeps] It can be tough, but if you need to, take a day off from work. Keep your kids home from school as well.