salt water gargle By jeaklor Dosage: Take as often as you wish, even every half hour. View complete recipe 0/5 (0 Votes) Ingredients 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon salt (I prefer the 3/4 tsp. Saltier water seems more effective at washing away thick mucus.) One cup of pure water Preparation Step 1 Mix. Stir. View complete recipe