My throat hurts. im sick and need suggestions...that are smart...?

hello, yesterday i started becoming ill, and today the pain was unbearable so i went to the doctor. my throat hurts when i swallow, speak etc. and my throat is congested, it apparently hasn't moved to my lungs yet. im so miserable right now. what are some things i can do to help? the doctor gave me some antibiotics and pain killer cough syrup. so im on that. but should i get a humidifier? or something? like what should i do?