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A member asked:

I took a mucinex for nasal congestion and have had pain, bloating, and fullness in my upper abdomen. ?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Probably: NOT related to the Mucinex HOWEVER STOP IT! If your GI symptoms continue after stopping the medication consult with your PCP (Primary Care Physician) Hope this helps Dr Z

Answered 6/8/2017

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