A 19-year-old female asked:

I need to know if i am able to take mucinex: nightshift (acetaminophen,dextromethorphan, triprolidine), sudafed pe (phenylephrine), and diphenhydramine together?

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Dr. Robert Kwokanswered

Pediatrics 35 years experience

Maybe too much: Maybe too much antihistamine, as the triprolidine and the diphenhydramine are both over-the-counter antihistamines. That could mean drowsiness and dry mouth. Some people may get constipation. Older guys may have a hard time peeing until the drugs wear off.

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