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Hello last week i had the flu. i am over it, but i can't seem to get rid of the runny nose, and some film. what if anything can i take over-the-counter to get rid of it before it gets worse? thanks!

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Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Not uncommon: Not uncommon to have upper airway dysfunction following a viral illness. guaifenesin can be used for phlegm and nasal decongestants such as pseudo ephedrine can be used for congestion and runny nose. These symptoms typically get slowly better over a few weeks.

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Answered 2/14/2015

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A member asked:

Hello last week i had the flu. i am over it, but i can't seem to get rid of the runny nose, and some film. what if anything can i take over-the-counter to get rid of it before it gets worse? thanks!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Dr Sojico and 2 doctors agreed

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