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I'm taking zyrtec right now and i need something for my cough what is safe to take?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Depends on the cause: One needs to find out why you are coughing before one can treat it. If your cough is from post-nasal drips, a nasal steroid would work better. If your cough persists for more than a few weeks, best to consult your doctor.

Answered 5/29/2019

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