Contents:
- Medical Video: What Does the Color of My Phlegm Means? Yellow, Brown, Green & More Revealed The Cause of Phlegm.
- Side effects of phlegm cough medicine
- 1. Dizziness
- 2. A rash appears on the skin
- 3. Stomach ache
- 4. Allergy
Medical Video: What Does the Color of My Phlegm Means? Yellow, Brown, Green & More Revealed The Cause of Phlegm.
Experiencing cough with phlegm is very disturbing. Because the phlegm that is blocking the throat makes you need to get it out often. One way to get rid of phlegm cough is by taking medication. The medicine for phlegm cough consists of various kinds such as decongestants (to reduce mucus in the nose), expectorants (thinning phlegm), and also topical drugs (relieving coughing and thinning mucus).
However, did you know that cough with phlegm also has various side effects that cannot be underestimated? Approximately, what are the side effects of phlegm cough medicine? Here's the review.
Side effects of phlegm cough medicine
Taking cough with phlegm helps thin the phlegm or mucus in the lungs and throat. That way, you become easier to get rid of phlegm when you cough. However, besides being profitable you are also likely to experience various side effects if you take this one drug such as:
1. Dizziness
The dizziness that arises after taking medicine is nothing to worry about. Because the side effects of this one are quite common in some people.
However, you need to be careful if you feel dizzy for days and actually get worse. It is better to consult a doctor immediately.
2. A rash appears on the skin
Rashes or redness on the skin include side effects that can occur even though they are rare. Usually, this effect occurs in those of you who take cough with phlegm type guaifenesin (Mucinex). Not only rashes, skin irritations such as itching can also occur in some people.
3. Stomach ache
Another side effect that can occur after taking cough medicine is phlegm. Not only abdominal pain, you can also experience digestive disorders such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. However, this condition usually occurs in a mild intensity and there is no need to worry too much.
4. Allergy
In some people, phlegm cough medicines can overreact to cause allergies. Allergy due to this drug is generally characterized by itching, shortness of breath, swelling of several body parts such as lips, tongue, face, and throat and reddish rash. Immediately consult a doctor if you see these symptoms after taking this one drug.
In some cases, drugs that are consumed in excess and not according to dosage can also cause kidney problems. For that, always consume the drug in accordance with the recommended dosage to minimize the possible side effects.
