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My ent dr put me on musinex 600mg every 12hrs for excessive mucous in my throat. is it ok to take this every 12hrs every day? tyvm

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

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Yes: it would help loosen the secretions, that's the regular dose, and keep the follow up with your doctor

Answered 6/27/2016

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A member asked:

My ent dr put me on musinex 600mg every 12hrs for excessive mucous in my throat. is it ok to take this every 12hrs every day? tyvm

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

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