Question 1

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 2

how long does it take to feel the effects from two mucinex (guaifenesin) extra strength pills?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Mucinex (guaifenesin) is a mucus thinner and generally doesn't have a immediate impact during a cold/sinus infection.  However, it can be very useful to help speed the resolution of the symptoms overall from the infection.  Mucinex (guaifenesin) d with sudafed typically has a more immediate impact with drying up the nose.  Caution using sudafed products if underlying high blood pressure is present.

Question 3

my dr prescribed citirzine 10mg but i have been taking mucinex d can i take both since the cerirzine if at night time?

Accepted Answer

: I don't see evidence that the two would not work well in the way you said you planned to use them.

Question 4

can you take 2 benadryls (diphenhydramine) and a mucinex melt?

Accepted Answer

You can at your age: Yes you can take this combination but be careful cause of sleepiness and tired feeling with benadryl (diphenhydramine).

Question 5

is it ok to take mucinex when you have nonalcoholic liver cherocis?

Accepted Answer

YES: Follow instructions and no other alcohol containing products.

Question 6

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 7

is it ok to take benzonatate 100mg if i took mucinex dm?

Accepted Answer

: No, not a problem, no interaction between those 3 medications (benzonatate, guaifenesin &amp; dextromethorphan), which have different mechanism of action.

Question 8

should i take mucinex (guaifenesin) or claritin?

Accepted Answer

See details: You can take either one or both. The choice depends on the underlying cause of the symptoms.

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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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

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How long does it take to feel the effects from two mucinex (guaifenesin) extra strength pills?

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My dr prescribed citirzine 10mg but i have been taking mucinex d can i take both since the cerirzine if at night time?

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Can you take 2 benadryls (diphenhydramine) and a mucinex melt?

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Is it ok to take mucinex when you have nonalcoholic liver cherocis?

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

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Is it ok to take benzonatate 100mg if i took mucinex dm?

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Should i take mucinex (guaifenesin) or claritin?

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

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