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Does sudafed help get rid of mucus?

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Dr. David Martin answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

Sudafed: Sudafed is a decongestant and does nothing to decrease mucous. It makes you breath better through your nose.

Answered 9/1/2013

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