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What sort of home remedy can i use to get rid of a cough. besides, hot tea with honey/lemon.

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Saline: A saline nasal spray will help if you have nasal symptoms. Mucinex (guaifenesin) over the counter also helps with the cough.

Answered 11/15/2014

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