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N-Acetylcysteine
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Breaks up glycoproteins and other proteins and macromolecules of mucus into smaller components
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Carbocisteine
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Reduces the viscosity of bronchial secretions and facilitates expectoration
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Ciliary dyskinesia
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patients who have abnormalities in the ultrastructure of their cilia
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Promotes Gastropulmonary mucokinetic vagal reflex
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Mechanism of Action of expectorants
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DIPHENHYDRAMINE
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Indication: for the control of cough from allergy and colds
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Lozenges
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intended to be dissolved slowly in the mouth to lubricate and soothe irritated tissues of the throat.
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DEMULCENTS
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soothe an irritated throat and bronchial passageway by promoting salivary flow and may produce an antitussive action; provides short term relief
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NASAL CONGESTION
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blockage of the nasal passages due to inflammed blood vessels on the membrane linings of the nose
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ANTIHISTAMINES
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Provide relief for runny nose, sneezing
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Alkylamines
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Most potent H1 antagonist; Have lower incidence of drowsiness; May cause CNS stimulation (children)
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