Hello last week I had the flu. I am over it, but I can't seem to get rid of the runny nose, and some film. What if anything can I take over-the-counter to get rid of it before it gets worse? Thanks!
Not uncommon. Not uncommon to have upper airway dysfunction following a viral illness. guaifenesin can be used for phlegm and nasal decongestants such as pseudo ephedrine can be used for congestion and runny nose. These symptoms typically get slowly better over a few weeks.
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