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A member asked:

Will mucinex (guaifenesin) help the mucus from gerd? is there anything i can take to stop mucus from coming into the back of my throat?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Mucus: The mucus may be coming from your sinuses and nose rather than your gerd.Therefore, i would take antihistamines t o block mucus.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/25/2016

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Is there anything besides Mucinex (guaifenesin) on the market that works as an expectorant? I have asthma - mucus is major issue for me. I take Mucinex (guaifenesin) twice a day

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