Question 1

can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) if i have glaucoma?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: As long as you don't have untreated high risk narrow angle glaucoma, then other the counter meds warning about glaucoma should be ok.  Mucinex (guaifenesin) can affect pupil dilation (especially if combined with a decongestant), and thus potentially trigger acute angle closure glaucoma, an eye emergency (reason for the warning).

Question 2

does glaucoma patient take mucinex (guaifenesin) dm for a cold?

Accepted Answer

Mucinex (guaifenesin) has: Pseudo Ephedrine in it which can cause a narrow angle glaucoma  episode. If the type a glaucoma is not narrow angle then Mucinex (guaifenesin) is ok to use.

Question 3

is mucinex (guaifenesin) d safe to take daily?

Accepted Answer

Mucinex (guaifenesin) D: Hello, i often hear the very same question regarding daily decongestant usage. My opinion is that i would rather my patients use an intranasal steroid daily with plain Mucinex (guaifenesin) as needed. The pseudo fed used in the Mucinex (guaifenesin) d will cause an elevated heart rate, blood pressure changes, sleep cycle interruptions and finally it may cause urinary retention in men.So avoid the daily use of pseudo fed.

Question 4

can i take nyquil together with 400 mg guaifenesin?

Accepted Answer

Should be okay: Again, just make sure to not take a version of nyquil with Guaifenesin already in it and overdose on the guaifenesin.

Question 5

can i take robitussin after taking theraflu 7hrs ago?

Accepted Answer

: If this is the Robitussin without dextromethorphan it would be.ok. Your pharmacist can validate this advice.

Question 6

can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) mini melts with ho?

Accepted Answer

Mucinex (guaifenesin) and Water: Not only can water be taken with mucinex, (guaifenesin) but it really  should be taken with water, because the active component, guaifenicin actually works better when taken with lots of water.

Question 7

how long will it take mucinex (guaifenesin) to expire?

Accepted Answer

Varies: The expiration on any drug varies by the manufacturer and the drug being produced. Some drugs expire quickly, in weeks to months. Most will expire in about a year after you purchase them. Pharmacies constantly update their inventory to give you the best length of time before expiration. It is not good to use expired medications.

Question 8

is it ok to take ibruprophen with mucinex (guaifenesin)?

Accepted Answer

Shouldn't be: A problem- don't use too much ibuprophen- rough on stomach ; possibly heart.

Question 9

can you take ckaritin and mucinex (guaifenesin) d together ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are no interactions between Claritin and Mucinex (guaifenesin) D.  

However you should be careful when taking Levofloxacin, Prednisone and Advil together, make sure your physician is aware of the combination.

Question 10

how much robitussin (guaifenesin) is safe to take on a daily basis?

Accepted Answer

Robitussin (guaifenesin): This medication is meant to be used on the short term.
If you require the medication to suppress a cough all of the time, then you need to see a clinician to work up the cough immediately.
A chronic cough can be a harbinger of something more serious.

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