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How Can I Get Rid Of Mucus? I'm Afraid It's Hurting My Lungs.

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Colorado Springs, CO
November 18, 2023
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

I don't get any thing on my chest anymore even my cough is gone my copd nurse put me on carbocisteine tablets they worked for me you take I tablet 3 times a day I've got not muchus on my chest it's amazing good luck take care xxx 😊

November 19, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Lots and Lots of water for starters. Then more water. 60 to 120 ounces a day and more is better. Mucinex helps. Learning the Huff cough is important. Nebulizing saline solution often works well. Percussion, either manual or using a vest can help and postural drainage is often used.

November 18, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I take Mucinex 1200 twice a day. Works great for me/

November 29, 2023

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