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Solmux - No. 1 medicine and relief for cough in the Philippines

Cough 101

Why do we cough?

Coughing is the body's reflex to expel the following:

  • Phlegm from the respiratory tract
  • Irritants (e.g., dust) from the throat or windpipe

It is a warning sign, a symptom of a possible disease in the respiratory tract or lungs.

It also usually occurs after a cold (due to post-nasal drip) or during inflammation and bacterial/viral infection in the respiratory tract or lungs.

Different types of cough and phlegm colors
Cough 101

Dry Cough


Dry cough is cough without phlegm.
Causes: External triggers such as pollutants and foreign particles *dust, debris, pollution, etc)
Symptom: Itchy throat
Treatment: Antitussives

Cough with Phlegm


Causes: Infection in the lung tract
Symptoms: Heaviness, breathlessness, itchy throat, or difficulty in spitting out phlegm.
Treatment: Mucolytics like Solmux can give you the best relief from cough with phlegm.

Allergic Cough


Causes: Reaction to allergies like food, pet dander, pollen, etc.
Symptoms: Coughing, sneezing, sore throat, runny nose and nasal congestion.
Treatment: Anti-allergy treatments

Phlegm Indicator

Phlegm is not always green. As long as there are secretions as a result of coughing, your body is trying to expel what irritates the respiratory tract. Learn about the alert levels of phlegm.

White

This is a sign of the possible start of infection and there may be swollen or inflamed tissues

Yellow

Your infection may be progressing and your body is trying to fight the infection.

Green

Your immune system is continuously fighting the infection that you have. You may want to see your doctor.

Pink or Red

May be a sign of blood. Please consult your doctor immediately.