Question 1

is it okay to take a dose of mucinex fast max 6 hours after taking dayquil vapocool flu meds example: took dayquil at 740pm and then took mucinex dm at 140am?

Accepted Answer

: What you proposed would be okay as the two medications have different contents.

Question 2

can i take dayquil after taking a mucinex (guaifenesin) dm this morning.  i also take daily metoprolol for high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Active ingredients in dayquil include:
acetaminophen 325 mg 
dextromethorphan hbr 10 mg
phenylephrine hcl 5 mg
fd&c red no. 40, fd&c yellow no. 6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special, titanium dioxide

mucinex dm has:  
dextromethorphan hbr 30 mg
guaifenesin 600 mg.

40 mg total of dm shouldn't be too much, but caution with phenylep.

Question 3

can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) dm and robatussin at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Same medication: Mucinex (guaifenesin) and Robitussin are both Guaifenesin.  The maximum dosage from all sources is 2400 mg/day.  Make sure to drink copious water and not exceed the total dosage per 24 hours.  The DM part is the cough suppressant dextromethorphan.

Question 4

can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) dm for chest congestion and ibuprofen for body aches at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Not a problem: That is a reasonable combination of medications for your symptoms.  Mucinex (guaifenesin) dm has a cough suppressant and a mucus thinner.  The Ibuprofen does not overlap with either ingredient.

Question 5

i took a mucinex dm 12 hr over 12 hours ago ,i was wondering if i'm safe to take night time sever cold and flu?

Accepted Answer

: Does your DM syrup allow for every 4-6 hour dosing? If so waiting 12 hours shouldn't be a problem for taking the other medication even though traces of DM will be in your system. Your pharmacist can validate this advice.

Question 6

can claritin and mucinex (guaifenesin) dm be used at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Claritin (loratadine) is: An antihistamine, Mucinex (guaifenesin) is a mucolytic agent (guaifensin). As long as they both don't have a decongestant (signified by a 'd') you can use them together.

Question 7

i took a mucinex, (guaifenesin) dayquil, advil, zantac at the same time and when they all took effect i got rash on my face, hands, and feet what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Possible : Allergic reaction to those medications! you need to see an allergist for testing . You may need an epi-pen if you have swelling or breathing problem  along with the rash

Question 8

can i take mucinex dm with methadone?

Accepted Answer

: One large study involving over 9000 people taking both meds reported no interaction. Your pharmacist would have more information for you.

Question 9

can i take both virtussin ac and mucinex dm?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: be careful when using Virtussin AC as it contains codeine, don't exceed the prescribed dose and don't take it with CNS suppressants or alcohol, best wishes

Question 10

i took mucinex dm almost 13 hours ago, i now want to take nyquil for bedtime, is that safe?

Accepted Answer

: Typically thus is fine, but read all instructions for use and the insert. Nasal saline spray is often effective in reducing the symptoms of congestion and post nasal drip.
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Can i take dayquil and mucinex DM at the same time

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Is it okay to take a dose of mucinex fast max 6 hours after taking dayquil vapocool flu meds example: took dayquil at 740pm and then took mucinex dm at 140am?

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Can i take dayquil after taking a mucinex (guaifenesin) dm this morning. i also take daily metoprolol for high blood pressure?

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Can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) dm and robatussin at the same time?

A member asked:

Can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) dm for chest congestion and ibuprofen for body aches at the same time?

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I took a mucinex dm 12 hr over 12 hours ago ,i was wondering if i'm safe to take night time sever cold and flu?

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Can claritin and mucinex (guaifenesin) dm be used at the same time?

A member asked:

I took a mucinex, (guaifenesin) dayquil, advil, zantac at the same time and when they all took effect i got rash on my face, hands, and feet what does this mean?

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Can i take mucinex dm with methadone?

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Can i take both virtussin ac and mucinex dm?

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I took mucinex dm almost 13 hours ago, i now want to take nyquil for bedtime, is that safe?

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