The type of cough medicine you need depends on whether your cough is dry or wet. Dextromethorphan is best for dry coughs, while guaifenesin is good for wet coughs. Check product labels to avoid ...

Expectorants are medications or natural ingredients that help clear mucus from a person’s airways. Uses include alleviating congestion due to the common cold or flu. Expectorants are available as a ...

In the seemingly endless aisle of over the counter cough and cold medicines, it can be hard to know what to choose. Dr. Scott Joy, with Swedish Medical Center, says there are five things to keep in ...

Having a cough can be distressing. It can disrupt sleep or even worsen urinary incontinence. So it’s not surprising 7% of Australians have reached for a cough or cold medicine in the last two weeks.

Cough syrups perform no better than a placebo in many studies They do have one known benefit: They can make you drowsy and help you sleep No medicine cabinet is fully stocked without some good old ...