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I have bronchitis & my dr. gave me benzonatate for the cough.i have fluid in my lungs but when i cough its a dry cough. will the prescription help w/ the mucus?

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Benzon cough suppres: Benzonate is a cough suppressant. It will not affect mucus. Expectorant can thin out mucus. Inhaling steam, lots of fluids, spicy foods can help. Talk to your doc.

Answered 1/10/2015

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A member asked:

I have bronchitis & my dr. gave me benzonatate for the cough.i have fluid in my lungs but when i cough its a dry cough. will the prescription help w/ the mucus?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arthur Heller answered

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