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Will taking an expectorant with antibiotics (zpac) help my bronchitis go away faster?

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Dr. Keith Robinson answered

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Yes: Cough and clear is always suggested. Expectorants help make thick mucous thinner and easier to cough up and out.

Answered 10/20/2015

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