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What medication can i take to clear my throat? i've had a cold for past two weeks, extremely congested, lots of phlegm in my throat.

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Dr. Robert Stachler answered

Thick phlegm : Plain Mucinex (guaifenesin) works nicely 2 pills two times a day. The package says one pill twice a day. The guiafenisin will thin the secretions. Good luck.

Answered 2/17/2015

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A member asked:

What medication can i take to clear my throat? i've had a cold for past two weeks, extremely congested, lots of phlegm in my throat.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Stachler answered

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