Expectorants are chemical or natural mucoactive agents that help clear the mucus-clogged respiratory pathway. They loosen the mucus by thinning their texture and reducing their stickiness. Guaifenesin and Potassium Iodide are chemical expectorants. Honey, ivy leaf, and peppermint act as natural expectorants. Steam inhalation, sipping on hot tea and taking a hot shower also cause expectorant effects.
Expectorants and Cough Suppressants: An Overview
Over-the-counter medicines that can give relief to cough are expectorants, suppressants, and ointments applied to the skin called topicals.
Expectorants - Types, Benefits, Side Effects, and Contraindications
An expectorant is a medicine used to treat cough or flu-like symptoms. Read the article to learn more about its benefits and uses.
