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I am drinking cough syrup for cough from a month. is it good to use so long?

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Dr. Eric Saunders answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Chronic cough: Drinking cough syrup long term is not healthy. More concerning is your cough, which is not getting better after 1 month. You should make an appointment to see your primary care doctor soon. Your testing should include a chest X-ray.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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