Question 1

my cough/chest congestion is not going away. i have tried otc syrups, antibiotics, nasal irrigation. what could be issue. mornings are the worse.

Accepted Answer

Allergy:  The problem is we are treating life time problem like allergy as a temporary cold,you need to stay on Zyrtec D or Claritin D for two weeks then to the plain one daily. For up to three month or it could be up to a year or a life time. You need to eat a full table spoon of your own local honey daily to three times a day, you need a hot green tea with lemon and honey nightly with Benadryl (diphenhydramine) 25-50mg

Question 2

can i take benzonatate while taking robitussin honey cough + chest congestion dm adult max. strength day liquid syrup, 8 fl oz? 
and if so is before or after? or how many hours apart

Accepted Answer

6 to 8 hours: Typically the dose for most cough medications may be repeated in 6 to 8 hours. The longer acting formulas are labeled as such and usually last 12 hours. Rinse nasal passages with saline to reduce post nasal drip. Monitor temperature and report fever to your physician.

Question 3

please recommend the best medicine to get rid of cough, chest congestion?

Accepted Answer

Cough treatment: To get rid of cough, you have to treat the underlined conditions. Cough is a symptom, not a disease. Therefore, there is no one best medication to get rid of cough.

Question 4

whats the best advice to gain my voice back ? i have chest congestion, a cough, and mucus. i havent drinking any medicine yet , unsure on which one i need to help me get better ?

Accepted Answer

: Soothing warm liquids and honey are often effective in reducing hoarseness Post nasal drip mat lead to cough. Nasal saline spray may be helpful. Watch for signs of shortness of breath and fever. Stay well hydrated and rest.

Question 5

what is the best way to get relief from my itchy cough? i have chest congestion which seems a little better, but now i have this awful itchiness in my throat when breathing. ran low fever for 24 hrs 1 day ago. some wheezing. need itch relief please?

Accepted Answer

: Book and urgent care visit online or in person. More information is needed.

Question 6

bad cough itchy throat chest congestion nasal congestion what over-the-counter medicine is best to take?

Accepted Answer

OTC meds: Medications like Guaifenesin which could be found in Robitussin or Mucinex (guaifenesin) can be helpful. Also for nasal stuffiness you could try afrin nasal spray one spray in each nostril twice a day. Please only take for three days as there's a high risk of rebound rhinitis if you take for longer than  three days.

Question 7

best otc med for a head cold? head congestion, stuffy nose and sore throat.  no fever or chest congestion/cough. thank you!

Accepted Answer

Pelargonium sidoides: The herb pelargonium sidoides, the root of a geranium native to south africa, is the best-proven treatment for colds, sinus infections ; sinusitis. It's the first thing i (; my family) take when getting sick ; has helped hundreds of my patients. It is widely available in a product called umcka, sold at health food stores ; many pharmacies. See http://naturalmedicinejournal.Net/pdf/nmj_dec09_bp.Pdf.

Question 8

cough and chest congestion has persisted for several  days?

Accepted Answer

See below: You probably have viral bronchitis or influenza.  Viral bronchitis will gradually get better but the dry cough may persist for several weeks.  Influenza is more severe and is associated with fevers and prostration.  If you feel ok and don't have significant fever take over the counter robitussindm.  If you have fever and feel poorly get checked out by your md for bacterial infection or pneumonia.

Question 9

what is leading to my sinus/cough/chest congestion issues?

Accepted Answer

Allergies: Most likely related to either seasonal or perennial allergies. Also could be caused by a deviated septum.
Xrays would be helpful.

Question 10

i have covid and experiencing mad cough and chest congestion?

Accepted Answer

: You should call your doctor-you may need a bronchodilator inhaler to help keep your airways open. You can also use guaifenesin for the chest congestion. If you begin experiencing shortness of breath, please go to the nearest emergency room for treatment. Once you have recovered, please get vaccinated. So, call your doctor or go to the ER today! Hope you feel better real soon!

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My cough/chest congestion is not going away. i have tried otc syrups, antibiotics, nasal irrigation. what could be issue. mornings are the worse.

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Can i take benzonatate while taking robitussin honey cough + chest congestion dm adult max. strength day liquid syrup, 8 fl oz? and if so is before or after? or how many hours apart

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Please recommend the best medicine to get rid of cough, chest congestion?

A member asked:

Whats the best advice to gain my voice back ? i have chest congestion, a cough, and mucus. i havent drinking any medicine yet , unsure on which one i need to help me get better ?

A member asked:

What is the best way to get relief from my itchy cough? i have chest congestion which seems a little better, but now i have this awful itchiness in my throat when breathing. ran low fever for 24 hrs 1 day ago. some wheezing. need itch relief please?

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Bad cough itchy throat chest congestion nasal congestion what over-the-counter medicine is best to take?

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Best otc med for a head cold? head congestion, stuffy nose and sore throat. no fever or chest congestion/cough. thank you!

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Cough and chest congestion has persisted for several days?

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What is leading to my sinus/cough/chest congestion issues?

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I have covid and experiencing mad cough and chest congestion?

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