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I've recently been having cold symptoms. my cough usually isnt bad. but i've been coughing hard, so hard i gag. my mucus is also white and grainy.

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Dr. Robert Stachler answered

Cough: Try Delsym over the counter. Drink a lot of fluids and get some rest. You need antibiotics when the secretions turn colored. For pain take Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin. Good luck and feel better!

Dr Naghmi agreed

Answered 1/31/2016

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A member asked:

I've recently been having cold symptoms. my cough usually isnt bad. but i've been coughing hard, so hard i gag. my mucus is also white and grainy.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Stachler answered

Dr Naghmi agreed

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