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I need to know what medication i can take for a runny nose and a bad cough while i'm pregant

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Plain Mucinex (guaifenesin): Plain Mucinex (guaifenesin) 600mg twice a day is generally considered safe in pregnancy. Plain Claritin or zyrtec 10mg is also safe on pregnancy.

Answered 2/17/2015

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