A member asked:

5 yr old coughing at night for 3 weeks. kids mucinex takes it away but don't want to keep giving it for so long. no other symptoms. no fevers.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt: I would suggest an inbox consult and/or an appointment with your physician. The mucinex should be stopped and the cause of the cough determined. If there is nasal congestion, a saline rinse may help to reduce post nasal drip.

Answered 12/19/2016

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