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What cold medications can i take while on adderal? is robitussin (guaifenesin) a good choice?

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

Avoid meds with : Pseudoephedrine, as it constricts blood vessels, thereby increasing heart rate and blood pressure, as do stimulant medications. Plain robitusssin (guaifenesin) is fine.

Answered 4/24/2013

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