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A 32-year-old female asked:

I hurt everywhere my chest my lower back my joints in my fingers and my head. i want to take nyquil so i can sleep and i want to take mucinex (guaifenesin) to help with the chest pressure. is it ok to take these 2 medicines at the same time?

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Dr. Jon Grischkan
Dr. Jon Grischkananswered
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 17 years experience
Be careful: Nyquil and Mucinex (guaifenesin) are name brands for a "brand" of medication, and many of them have similar ingredients ie: Mucinex (guaifenesin) may have guaifenisen, dextromethorhan, pseudoephedrine, etc. The other nyquil product may have the exact same or similar medications leading to a possible overdose. Best to check with your doctor or a pharmacist prior toopping a bunch of pills.
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