Lungs, allergy and cough
Expectorants
Used for
Chest congestion
How it works
Thin mucus so it's easier to cough up.
- Examples
- guaifenesin (Mucinex)
More in lungs, allergy and cough
- Beta-2 agonistsAsthma and COPD: open the airways
- Anticholinergic inhalersCOPD; keep airways open
- Inhaled corticosteroidsDaily asthma control (not for an attack)
- Leukotriene blockersAsthma and allergies (daily pill)
- AntihistaminesAllergies, itching, hives
- DecongestantsStuffy nose
- Cough suppressants (antitussives)Dry cough
A study and reference aid. Follow the product labeling and your pharmacist for anything about a patient's medicine.
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