A member asked:

Can my 45 lb 4 yr old take children's mucinex (guaifenesin) cough and similasan kids cold and mucus relief together?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: mucinex (guaifenesin) is guaifenisin and the similisan is homeopathic (no pharmacologic substances and the homoepathic substances are in tiny doses) no interactions

Answered 9/16/2015

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Dr. Neil Kudler answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Why?: Mucinex (guaifenesin) is a standard expectorant (loosens mucus) and can relieve symptoms. Similasan is a homeopathic agent. The biggest risk is not knowing if one or the other helps your son. Most people who believe in homeopathy would avoid standard medications. I personally do not believe that homeopathy offers any benefit.

Answered 3/8/2016

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