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Is it harmful to take mucinex (guaifenesin) if i have little mucus amount or is it safe even if there's not too much? & is it still safe if used with a dry cough ?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: Mucinex (guaifenesin) is safe in these settings.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/4/2017

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A member asked:

Is it harmful to take mucinex (guaifenesin) if i have little mucus amount or is it safe even if there's not too much? & is it still safe if used with a dry cough ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Munshower answered

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

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