What do I take post op for a bad cough?

[fonally 108]

I have a cold with constant sneezing and coughing. What are you allowed to take for it? What did your Doctors say?

[JerseyGirl68 1,172]

I was told regular over the counter liquid cold or sinus meds were ok. But if you are on pain meds still, check with your pharmacist if there are any issues with taking them together.

[SMO 193]

How far post op are you? The first few days after it is critical that you DO cough to avoid pneumonia. But obviously you don't want to cough so hard you hurt yourself. I agree with JerseyGirl, I would probably at least call the doctor for this problem.

[johnlatte 1,232]

I've had pneumonia for the last month, I've been taking OTC stuff for a while now without problems. Definitely check with your Dr. though.

[BewhoGodcreatedmetobe 124]

Dont take any of those medicines! My garlic home remedy works better than any of those "medicines". TAKE 3 GARLIC CLOVES PEELED AND SLICE THEM AND BOIL THEM WITH 4 CUPS OF Water FOR 15 MINUTES THEN LET THE WATER COOL, REMOVE THE GARLIC AND DRINK 3-4 CUPS OF THE GARLIC WATER THRU OUT THE DAY AND KEEP WARM. YOU WILL BE GOOD AS BRAND NEW IN A DAY. WORKS AMAZING!

[fonally 108]

Well my Dr said concentrate on fluids and take cold products without NSAIDS. So I got cough Syrup and Tylenol and G2 and went to bed yesterday and today and I'm just waiting for this to pass but I feel awful. And although the garlic might work I could nevr keep it down! Thank you though for the caring. now I'm back to bed