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What is the strongest over-the-counter expectorant i have emphysema and my doctor doesn't believe in any sort of cough medicine ..
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GG: Some patients feel that Mucinex (guaifenesin) which is glyceryl guaiacolate helps to thin the mucus and make it easier to cough out. The cough might be much better treated by one of the combination inhaled steroids-long acting bronchodilators available by prescription. Spiriva, also by prescription might also help. It may be time to see a pulmonary specialist.
Answered 6/1/2018
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