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expectorantAny substance, often added to cough mixture, to encourage secretion of mucus in the airways to make it easier to cough up. It is debatable whether expectorants have an effect on lung secretions. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Anise and mullein, in tea form, are both natural expectorants. Analgesics offer relief from discomfort; expectorants may help expel the virus quicker. Specific drugs include the antitussives, decongestants, antihistamines, and expectorants. |
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