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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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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.
Answered 2/14/2015
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