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Anybody got any home remedies for getting rid of this thick mucus that I have in my throat? The mestinon ain't helping none!!

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Slidell, LA
February 21
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Members rallied around someone struggling with thick throat mucus while taking Mestinon, with many acknowledging that the medication itself... Read more

Members rallied around someone struggling with thick throat mucus while taking Mestinon, with many acknowledging that the medication itself can increase saliva and mucus production as a side effect. Several members shared home remedies that have worked for them, including mullein tea, bone broth with jalapeño, smoothies with pineapple and fresh citrus, ginger kombucha, probiotics, and avoiding dairy products which can thicken mucus. A recurring theme was the importance of working closely with doctors to adjust Mestinon dosage and timing, as some found relief simply by taking the medication differently or reducing other medications like azathioprine.

A MGteam Member

I have had this after meals my doctor put me on Omeprazole Actavis has worked 100%

February 21
A MGteam Member

Stay away from dairy

February 21
A MGteam Member

Years ago before my dx I had so much🙄 anyway the mestion will create(i think) more mucus. Imho it may be because our throats don't swallow well sometimes. So it builds up and its too much for our throats to handle.
I've been drinking more fruit and yogurt probiots with almond milk smoothies daily l every day if I forget I drink a yourgurt smoothie shot.
I don't mess with dairy much anymore because it builds up mucus and believe it or not I drink less water. And my kidneys are fine. My urine is clear.
It can be any fruit or veggie as long as you add with any other grapes or/and bananas (for sweetness) I
I hope this helps.

February 21
A MGteam Member

I have the exact same problem. My pulmonologist is going to try me on a nebulizer. I’m not on mestinon.

February 21 (edited)
A MGteam Member

Thank you Maria, I appreciate your response!

February 21

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