Effect of a single 1200 Mg dose of Mucinex on mucociliary and cough clearance during an acute respiratory tract infection

Observational studies suggest that orally administered guaifenesin (GGE) may thin lower respiratory tract secretions but none have examined its effects on mucociliary and cough clearance (MCC/CC) during a respiratory tract infection (RTI). The current study was a randomized, parallel-group, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in non-smoking adults who suffered from an acute upper RTI.

Source: Respiratory Medicine CME - October 5, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: W.D. Bennett, A. Kala, H. Duckworth, K.L. Zeman, J. Wu, A. Henderson, M. Yopp, B.K. Rubin Source Type: research