Allergic to mucinex: Drug Database | Medication Decision Support

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Mucinex Non-Drowsy Allergy Oral Tablet 180 mg

Uses

Instructions

Swallow the medicine without crushing or chewing it.

This medicine may be taken with or without food.

Keep the medicine at room temperature. Avoid heat and direct light.

Avoid grapefruit juice while on this medicine.

Do not take this medicine with antacids.

If you are using this medicine regularly, it is important to take each dose of medicine on time. Keep taking the medicine even if you feel well.

Please tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the medicines you take. Include both prescription and over-the-counter medicines. Also tell them about any vitamins, herbal medicines, or anything else you take for your health.

Cautions

Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine. Symptoms of an allergic reaction can include trouble breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness.

Do not use the medication any more than instructed.

Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Ask your pharmacist if this medicine can interact with any of your other medicines. Be sure to tell them about all the medicines you take.

Do not start or stop any other medicines without first speaking to your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.

Side Effects

The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.

coughing

runny nose

stomach upset or abdominal pain

A few people may have an allergic reactions to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.

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Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.

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Mucinex vs. Bromelain – Houston, TX & Pasadena, TX: The Allergy Clinic

We have all seen the commercials for Mucinex: Mr. Mucus losing the battle to Mucinex, resulting in his eviction from the nose. Yes, this stuff really works, if used as directed, which is 2 pills, twice a day, with plenty of water.

Guaifenesin works by increasing the water content of your mucus, making it thin and easier to clear out. Mucinex contains time-released guaifenesin, so it only has to be taken every 12 hours. The generics also work, but not when taken twice a day. Walgreen’s Mucus Relief contains immediate-release guaifenesin, and should be taken 1 pill every 4 hours. There’s a big difference between remembering to take something twice a day vs. remembering to take something four times a day. Even though Mucinex is more expensive than the generic, it may be worth it if you can only remember to take a pill twice a day. Guaifenesin’s main side effect is stomach upset.

For people who get stomach upset with guaifenesin, I often recommend bromelain. Bromelain is basically pineapple enzyme. You know how they say you can mix jell-o with fruit, as long as that fruit isn’t pineapple? That’s because the bromelain prevents the protein in the jell-o from setting, or clotting. Same thing with your mucus, which is partially made of protein. Bromelain prevents the mucus from getting thick and stuck.

The German Commission E, which is roughly Germany’s Food & Drug Administration, has approved bromelain for “treatment of sinus and nasal swelling”. The trick with bromelain is to take it an hour before you eat; otherwise it will simply digest the protein in the meal you just ate. Rather than milligrams, the potency of bromelain is measured in “GDU’s”, or gelatin-dissolving units. That makes sense, right, because bromelain works by digesting protein. Many of my patients have gotten some good quality bromelain at Whole Food’s that worked well. Each capsule contains 2400 GDU’s, and I recommended one capsule, one hour before breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

What’s not worth the price? Mucinex Full Force nose spray, which contains the exact same oxymetazoline as Afrin or 4-Way nasal spray. But Afrin costs about 5 bucks, and Mucinex Full Force Nasal Spray is more than twice that. Meanwhile, generic Afrin can be had at Sam’s Club, 3 double-size bottles for less than $5.00.

Note: Information contained in this article should not be considered a substitute for consultation with a board-certified allergist to address individual medical needs.

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How effective is Mucinex in treating post-nasal discharge?

Mucinex acts as a mucus thinner to reduce discomfort and the chance of secondary infection due to postnasal discharge. However, the most effective treatment for nasal discharge depends on whether the cause is an allergy, bacterial or viral infection.

There are steroids and nasal sprays that are also effective against allergy-induced post-nasal discharge, reports WebMD. Medications alternative to Mucinex for postnasal discharge due to infection include antihistamines and decongestants.

Other methods to thin mucus are drinking more water, using saline nasal sprays or sinus rinses, and using a vaporizer or humidifier, according to WebMD.

FAQ: Is Mucinex safe for dogs?

Cough medicines such as dextromethorphan (Robitussin) and guaifenesin (Mucinex) are sometimes used in pets, but should only be used as directed by a veterinarian.

However, it can also be used as an oral expectorant in dogs and cats, although its efficacy has never been proven in animals or humans. In dogs and cats, the dose is 3-5 mg/kg every 8 hours. This drug is usually well tolerated.

If your dog coughs during a storm, you may want to consider giving him a cough suppressant such as Robitussin. This medication is for short term use only and should only be taken with the approval of a veterinarian. Your veterinarian will determine the correct dosage of Robitussin for your dog.

Mild over-the-counter cough medicines, such as Mucinex Children’s Cough Medicine, can help keep pets comfortable. Temaryl-P can also be used to treat symptoms of itching and coughing in dogs.

Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant available over-the-counter under its branded human formulation, Robitussin-DM®, or in unique formulations at a veterinary pharmacy. It is used in veterinary medicine primarily for irritation of the bronchi or trachea.

Guafenesin is the main ingredient in Mucinex. This is what makes this medicine work so well as it is the main mucus thinning ingredient. Fortunately, guaifenesin is safe for dogs in moderate doses. Your dog can consume the required amount of this ingredient without harm to health.

Using a humidifier, vaporizer, or steam from a hot shower can help your dog breathe easier. Gently wipe the discharge from your dog’s nose with a soft, damp towel.

Under certain circumstances, your veterinarian may prescribe a low dose of dextromethorphan to treat your dog’s cough. However, human cough medicines often contain compounds that are toxic to dogs, such as paracetamol. Do not try to give your dog cough medicine without the advice of a veterinarian.

Kennel cough is a dry, hacking, persistent cough that may sound like the dog has something stuck in its throat. This dry hit is often accompanied by vomiting or vomiting that sounds like the dog is coughing up a hairball like a cat.

Nasal sprays: Saline nasal spray and Little Noses Nasal Spray can be given to puppies and dogs to relieve dryness and nasal congestion associated with colds.

Dextromethorphan (brand names: Delsym®, Robitussin®, Balminil®, Benylin® and many others) is a medication used to treat compulsive behavior. It can also be used as a cough suppressant, although other cough suppressants are generally more effective in cats and dogs.

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl®), cetirizine (Zyrtec®), and loratadine (Claritin®) are commonly antihistamines that relieve allergy symptoms or counter allergic reactions. Antihistamines are generally safe, but they can cause drowsiness in some dogs and hyperactivity in others.

If your dog is coughing, you should call your veterinarian. Many causes of cough in dogs are treatable, but they all require medical attention. The sooner you take your dog to the vet, the sooner he will feel better.

Occasionally, dogs may inhale foreign objects or materials that have entered their airways.