Question 1

what cold medications can i take while on adderal?  is robitussin (guaifenesin) a good choice?

Accepted Answer

Avoid meds with : Pseudoephedrine, as it constricts blood vessels, thereby increasing heart rate and blood pressure, as do stimulant medications. Plain robitusssin (guaifenesin) is  fine.

Question 2

what medications can i take for a cold while taking adderal? is robitussin (guaifenesin) a good choice?

Accepted Answer

Ok: There are no significant drug interactions between Adderall and Robitussin (guaifenesin). Ok to take this cold med with Adderall. It's also a good idea to check with prescribing doctor, who knows your complete medical history. I hope this helps. All the best.

Question 3

i take lexapro (escitalopram) 10mg in the morning i have a cold would it be okay to take robitussin maximum strength multi symptom cold peak cold medicine at night ?

Accepted Answer

If used as directed.: 1-2 days of this at night while you get through your cold is fine. More chronic use suggests a need to discuss with your doctor. In any case let him know you occasionally use this with a cold.

Question 4

can you take a maximum strength nasal decontgestant with robitussin dm?

Accepted Answer

Shouldn't: You are already taking a decongestant as the "d" of "dm" so more is just likely to cause side effects. Try vaporizer or other means of opening you up.

Question 5

i am very sick and need to know if i can take plain mucinex (guaifenesin) extra strength and robitussin cf together or if it is unsafe?

Accepted Answer

Duplicate therapy: These two medications will likely contain similar medications, making overdosing a possibility.

Question 6

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 7

ive had a cold since monday (covid neg) ive been coughing so hard for 4 days that my ribs & back hurt. i tried max strength robitussin for cough & chest congestion but everything is still stuck in my chest & i cant get it out. what can i do??

Accepted Answer

: It would bet appropriate for yo to call your general Practitioner, the practitioner that knows you and your physiology best. If you don't have a GP, report to Urgent Care.

Question 8

can i take these two medications together for my cough/congestion and allergies? allegra (fexofenadine) d and robitussin-dm

Accepted Answer

Yes: Those 2 medications are ok to take together.  If your symptoms persist despite treatment for several days, see a dr. For an evaluation.

Question 9

can i take benzonatate while taking robitussin honey cough + chest congestion dm adult max. strength day liquid syrup, 8 fl oz? 
and if so is before or after? or how many hours apart

Accepted Answer

6 to 8 hours: Typically the dose for most cough medications may be repeated in 6 to 8 hours. The longer acting formulas are labeled as such and usually last 12 hours. Rinse nasal passages with saline to reduce post nasal drip. Monitor temperature and report fever to your physician.

Question 10

robitussin dm (guaifenesin and dextromethorphan) with blood pressure medication, is this okay?

Accepted Answer

Robitussin (guaifenesin): Plain Robitussin dm, (guaifenesin and dextromethorphan) not the cough and cold form, is ok. The cough and cold form can raise bp.

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What cold medications can i take while on adderal? is robitussin (guaifenesin) a good choice?

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What medications can i take for a cold while taking adderal? is robitussin (guaifenesin) a good choice?

A member asked:

I take lexapro (escitalopram) 10mg in the morning i have a cold would it be okay to take robitussin maximum strength multi symptom cold peak cold medicine at night ?

A member asked:

Can you take a maximum strength nasal decontgestant with robitussin dm?

A member asked:

I am very sick and need to know if i can take plain mucinex (guaifenesin) extra strength and robitussin cf together or if it is unsafe?

A member asked:

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

A member asked:

Ive had a cold since monday (covid neg) ive been coughing so hard for 4 days that my ribs & back hurt. i tried max strength robitussin for cough & chest congestion but everything is still stuck in my chest & i cant get it out. what can i do??

A member asked:

Can i take these two medications together for my cough/congestion and allergies? allegra (fexofenadine) d and robitussin-dm

A member asked:

Can i take benzonatate while taking robitussin honey cough + chest congestion dm adult max. strength day liquid syrup, 8 fl oz? and if so is before or after? or how many hours apart

A member asked:

Robitussin dm (guaifenesin and dextromethorphan) with blood pressure medication, is this okay?

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