Question 1

can you take mucinex (guaifenesin) dm for high blood pressure patients?

Accepted Answer

Ok: Mucinex (guaifenesin) DM contains Dextromethorphan a cough suppressant and Guaifenesin an expectorant. The combo is used to treat cough and chest congestion caused by common colds, bronchitis, sinus infections. Should not elevate blood pressure. 
Avoid decongestants; names like pseudoephedrine, ephedrine, phenylephrine, naphazoline and oxymetazoline which can increase blood pressure

Question 2

hi, i just want to be sure that i can take mucinex (guaifenesin) dm max since i have high blood pressure.

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is okay to take Mucinex (guaifenesin) dm for few days, if symptoms persist may need other intervention. It should not raise your blood pressure.

Question 3

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 4

what is high blood pressure dm? how it is related to renal failure?

Accepted Answer

DM HBP: What is high blood pressure DM? How it is related to renal failure? ANS: prob means high blood pressure due to diabetes. It is the major reason kidneys fail in DM. Controlling BP is best way to prevent DM renal failure.

Question 5

can i take robitussin-dm with high blood pressure medications?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, it is safe to take Robitussin-DM with blood pressure lowering medications. They will not interact with each other.

Question 6

can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) if i have high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes you can, given that you take Mucinex (guaifenesin) for a short period of time and monitor your BP periodically.

Question 7

can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) with my high blood pressure medicine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It should not be a problem.

Question 8

natural treatment for weakness and congestion due to cold in elderly person. also, is mucinex (guaifenesin) safe for high blood pressure.?

Accepted Answer

Mucinex (guaifenesin) safe: One must first be certain the "congestion" is not due to something serious such as congestive heart failure or pneumonia.  If it's not, then oral fluids, especially hot liquids, humidifier or hot, steamy shower, and citrus fruits can help.  Make sure blood pressure is kept below 130mm systolic; avoid salt; rest and tylenol (acetaminophen) can help.

Question 9

can you take sudafed pe sinus or mucinex sinus max if you have high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

: Pseudoephedrine in Sudafed can increase blood pressure. Mucinex sinus max does not

Question 10

is ambien (zolpidem) safe for high blood pressure people?

Accepted Answer

Ambien (zolpidem): Is usually safe for people with hypertension. For an individual there may be factors which alter that statement.

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Natural treatment for weakness and congestion due to cold in elderly person. also, is mucinex (guaifenesin) safe for high blood pressure.?

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