Question 1

is mucinex safe to use if have copd and diabetic use metformin gliclizide and azithromycin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: no problem if you have COPD and take Mucinex, and no interaction with the said medicines. Good that you asked, always exercise caution with multiple medications, good luck

Question 2

please help i am very scared will mucinex (guaifenesin) increase my anxiety or heart rate i have copd and afib i am very concerned about the mucinex (guaifenesin) i need it to ?

Accepted Answer

No: It souls not if you use the plain type . The kind the contain Dexamathorphan ( Dm ) or D the decongestant can cause a rise in BP and possibly some anxiety .

Question 3

my husband has copd and refuses to quit smoking. his doctor has recommended mucinex (guaifenesin) d. are there any serious side effects from long term use of mucinex (guaifenesin) d?

Accepted Answer

None: Probably Mucinex (guaifenesin) plain is much safer. D has some antihistamine in it, which may cause some dryness of mucus membrane and drowsiness. Otherwise it should be safe.

Question 4

can copd be reversed?

Accepted Answer

COPD treatments: While the underlying damage caused by cigarettes cannot be reversed, COPD symptoms can be greatly improved with current treatments.

Question 5

what're copd symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Shortness of breath: Cough, sputum production, reduced exercise capacity.

Question 6

what are the symptoms of copd?

Accepted Answer

There are many: Shortness of breath, chronic cough, wheezing, sputum production are common symptoms. Quit while you're ahead. Your best lung function is when you are in your twenties.

Question 7

what mean of copd excarbation?

Accepted Answer

Acute worsening : COPD is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is thought to be a chronic  low grade continuing inflammatory disorder due to smoking (most of the time). There is a problem getting air out  of the lungs. An acute exacerbation means worsening of the chronic process due to an infection. It is characterized by increased sputum production, greenish-yellowish sputum

Question 8

how is copd diagnosed and treated?

Accepted Answer

PFTs: History
physical
so2
pfts
possibly ct.

Question 9

is copd reversible or is it terminal?

Accepted Answer

COPD: COPD is an acronym for a number of diseases that lead to progressive lung function loss, breathing problems, and disability in many patients at risk due to chronic inflammation caused by noxious stimuli-- like smoking. The stage of COPD is crucial in determining risk of premature loss of life and a pulmonary function test is needed. The more severe, the greater the risk potential.

Question 10

should i be around cats if i have copd?

Accepted Answer

Yes: COPD does not mean allergy to cats.  If you find that being near cats you get more difficulty breathing or wheezing, sneezing, cough then you may  be allergic to the cats besides having COPD or the diagnosis of COPD is wrong.

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Please help i am very scared will mucinex (guaifenesin) increase my anxiety or heart rate i have copd and afib i am very concerned about the mucinex (guaifenesin) i need it to ?

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My husband has copd and refuses to quit smoking. his doctor has recommended mucinex (guaifenesin) d. are there any serious side effects from long term use of mucinex (guaifenesin) d?

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Can copd be reversed?

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What're copd symptoms?

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What are the symptoms of copd?

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What mean of copd excarbation?

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How is copd diagnosed and treated?

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