A member asked:

M57, why antiallergics stop sputum/phlegm when taken in cold/flu/viral infection, i used to think it is only useful in allergy. thanks.

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Dr. David Kam answered

Medications: Allergy medications include nasal steroids, nasal antihistamine while pills are antihistamines with or without a decongestant. The last one is also good for common colds!

Answered 9/14/2013

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