Question 1

does mucinex (guaifenesin)  make you drowsy?

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No ( if used alone): Mucinex (guaifenesin)  alone  is not associated with drowsiness. Common side effects  may include headache, dizziness, nausea/vomiting. Be careful when using combination products which may contain antihistamines as  these may cause drowsiness. Take with a full glass of water. Do not use for &gt; 7 days.If problem persists /worsen see a doctor. Hope you feel better soon.

Question 2

does mucinex (guaifenesin) cause drowsiness?

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No: It more frequently causes stimulation--it is not an antihistamine.

Question 3

if i take mucinex (guaifenesin) with claritin will it make me drowsy?

Accepted Answer

Neither one: Of those medications should make you drowsy.

Question 4

why do i feel drowsy today?

Accepted Answer

Did you sleep well?: Daytime alertness largely depends on your sleep. It must be sufficient and high quality. 

Are you taking any meds that are sedating you?

Question 5

do vibramicyn make you drowsy?

Accepted Answer

Not Common.: This is not a commonly reported side effect, but I am sure it could occur.

Question 6

i am feeling weak and drowsy?

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Weak: Multiple causes cause these symptoms.  Flu, UTI's, thyroid would be common.  Perhaps anemia.  Medications common too.  Even lack of sleep or especially night work can cause this.

Question 7

top medicine to cause drowsiness?

Accepted Answer

See details: There are numerous sleeping meds and sedatives on the market that will be this. Almost all are prescription. As regards nonprescription items, you may want to give melatonin a try.

Question 8

i free drowsy with no reason these few day?

Accepted Answer

: This is a vague symptom that could represent anything from poor restorative sleep to drug side effect to an emerging fatal illness. When you post on this site, the more information you provide followed by a clear focused question the more likely we are to provide a reasoned focused answer. You are welcome to start over.

Question 9

is it ok to take mucinex up to date of surgery?

Accepted Answer

Mucinex: Often medications are held from midnight on of the day of procedure. Anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents may need to be held days before.  Mucinex should be fine to take up to surgery date.

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