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A member asked:

Is standard mucinex (guaifenesin) safe with my current health conditions and medications (specifically the anti-arrhythmic). i have mucous in lungs from virus.

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YES: AS long as you do not have any kidney problems but let your doctor know.

Dr Rothstein agreed

Answered 10/18/2014

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