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I've had a head cold for 4 days and now developed a very painful cough (the painful part is extremely abnormal for me). what meds will help?
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Where does it hurt: It depends on where the pain is. If in your throat, then mentholyptus/honey lozenges frequently help without interferring with medications one might be taking. Guiafenesin (like Robitussin) can also help, but can interfere with other meds
Answered 1/9/2017
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