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  5. I am having a cough with phlegm, & much worse at night. The cough disturbs my sleep,every day.It is not a dry cough, & the need to cough-out phlegm is bringing pain to my chest. Will Corex-D help me or make things worse? Kindly advice. Thanks.

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I am having a cough with phlegm, & much worse at night. The cough disturbs my sleep,every day.It is not a dry cough, & the need to cough-out phlegm is bringing pain to my chest. Will Corex-D help me or make things worse? Kindly advice. Thanks.

Asked by Male, 68 · 22 days ago

Since your cough is productive (with phlegm), Corex‑D is not advisable, as it suppresses the cough reflex and may prevent mucus from clearing, which can worsen your condition. A persistent nighttime cough with chest pain needs proper medical evaluation to rule out infection or other causes. It is strongly recommended not to take any medication on your own; treatment should only be started after a correct diagnosis and strictly under the supervision of a qualified doctor.
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A cough with phlegm usually indicates your body is trying to clear mucus from your airways, which can happen with infections or allergies.

🩺 What This Likely Means

This type of cough is often called a productive or chesty cough and may be due to a respiratory infection, such as a cold or bronchitis, or irritation from allergens.

🏥 What You Can Do Now

  • Stay hydrated to help thin the mucus.
  • Use a cough syrup like Corex DX Syrup, which contains ingredients to reduce cough and allergy symptoms, but only under a doctor's guidance.
  • Rest and avoid irritants like smoke or strong fumes.

⚠️ When to See a Doctor

  • If you have high fever, difficulty breathing, or chest pain.
  • If the cough lasts more than 2 weeks or worsens.
  • If you cough up blood or have severe fatigue.

It’s best to consult a pulmonologist (lung specialist) or your primary care doctor to evaluate your symptoms and get appropriate treatment.To narrow down potential causes, we will need some more information.Please tell me your age and gender.

Answered 23 days ago