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What Is The Cause Of Constipation When On Mucinex?
MY QUESTION IS. WHEN I Take mucinex D, 1200mg, 2x perday. I have constipation. If I take a 600mg dosage,2x per day of MUCINEX DM will that lessen or will I still have constipation, except for the latter I am pleased with the drug. I need your BEST SHOT, THANKS, SENIOR CITIZEN.
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Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to constipation.
Mucinex (guaifenesin) is an expectorant, it will not relieve constipation.
I recommend using an over the counter option such as Miralax.
I also recommend to use a stool softener and drink a lot of liquids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to constipation.
Mucinex (guaifenesin) is an expectorant, it will not relieve constipation.
I recommend using an over the counter option such as Miralax.
I also recommend to use a stool softener and drink a lot of liquids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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