Question 1

is it okay to mucinex (guaifenesin) if you have asthma?

Accepted Answer

Mucinex (guaifenesin): Yes you can use it if you have asthma.

Question 2

can mucinex (guaifenesin) be taken for asthma?

Accepted Answer

It can be but...: Guaifenesin is used to relieve chest congestion . Guaifenesin may help control symptoms but does not treat the cause of symptoms or speed recovery. Guaifenesin is in a class of medications called expectorants. It works by thinning the mucus in the air passages to make it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways. Best asthma meds: albuterol/corticosteriods.

Question 3

can mucinex (guaifenesin) aggravate asthma? i have read that it can.

Accepted Answer

Generally not: Mucinex (guaifenesin) is an expectorant. It should loosen the phlegm and not bother your asthma. However, Mucinex dm could suppress the cough and cause phlegm to build up in the lungs. If you are having an exacerbation of asthma, it is important to see your doctor.

Question 4

will mucinex (guaifenesin) d help with asthma symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Not much: Mucinex (guaifenesin) d helps to thin out mucous and decrease congestion. Asthma symptoms of wheezing and shortness of breath will not improve with Mucinex (guaifenesin) alone. Usually an inhailer to open the lung passages is required to improve asthma symptoms.

Question 5

is mucinex (guaifenesin) safe to use if you have both bronchitis and asthma?

Accepted Answer

Safe: But, it is not very beneficial.

Question 6

is there anything besides mucinex (guaifenesin) on the market that works as an expectorant? i have asthma - mucus is major issue for me. i take mucinex (guaifenesin) twice a day

Accepted Answer

Oral Diphyl-G: Thick mucus has been a real problem for my patients with asthma. Mucus thinning medications such as Guaifenesin present in Mucinex (guaifenesin) and robutussin has been very beneficial. One other item which i prescribe to patients is a mixture of Dyphylline and Guaifenesin (difil-g) which i find very useful to bring the secretion up because of additional dilating effect on airway. Please consult your doctor.

Question 7

mucinex (guaifenesin) says ask a doctor before using if you have asthma? is it safe to take mucinex (guaifenesin) if you have asthma?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Use of this product is well tolerated by asthma patients and does not interfere with common asthma medications.

Question 8

i have asthma, went from not having to use inhaler at all to atleast 3 times a day, reoccurring chest congestion, allergic to mucinex, (guaifenesin) any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

See your DR: Avoid smoking. Allow no smoking anywhere near you. Avoid cats. Avoid anyplace occupied by any cat in recent weeks. You need a different inhaler, possibly other therapy.

Question 9

i have asthma and my chest feels very congested but i caint cough nothing up but my asthma is worse because of this would taking mucinex (guaifenesin) dm work?

Accepted Answer

Must treat Asthma: Mucinex (guaifenesin) does not do anything for asthma, which is a potentially life threatening illness.
Asthmatic bronchitis has cough and needs attention by  an experienced Doc., best is a pulmonary specialist. Generally they have completed an internal medicine residency and fellowship in pulmonary medicine. A family practitioner may also help at least to start.

Question 10

i have serve asthma. i am on advair, convent. singular, and albuterol. i have a lot of thick mucus all the time. can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) everyday long term?

Accepted Answer

Ask your pulmonaryMD: ask  your medical professional who if prescribing your extensive pulmonary meds what their suggestion is in view of your specific needs

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Asthma and mucinex

A member asked:

Is it okay to mucinex (guaifenesin) if you have asthma?

A member asked:

Can mucinex (guaifenesin) be taken for asthma?

A member asked:

Can mucinex (guaifenesin) aggravate asthma? i have read that it can.

A member asked:

Will mucinex (guaifenesin) d help with asthma symptoms?

A member asked:

Is mucinex (guaifenesin) safe to use if you have both bronchitis and asthma?

A member asked:

Is there anything besides mucinex (guaifenesin) on the market that works as an expectorant? i have asthma - mucus is major issue for me. i take mucinex (guaifenesin) twice a day

A member asked:

Mucinex (guaifenesin) says ask a doctor before using if you have asthma? is it safe to take mucinex (guaifenesin) if you have asthma?

A member asked:

I have asthma, went from not having to use inhaler at all to atleast 3 times a day, reoccurring chest congestion, allergic to mucinex, (guaifenesin) any suggestions?

A member asked:

I have asthma and my chest feels very congested but i caint cough nothing up but my asthma is worse because of this would taking mucinex (guaifenesin) dm work?

A member asked:

I have serve asthma. i am on advair, convent. singular, and albuterol. i have a lot of thick mucus all the time. can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) everyday long term?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?