Sugar-free cough drops

[TinyTink 268]

Of course I had to pick up whatever virus was out there when I was coming home from surgery this week. Has anyone tried sugar-free cough drops within a week of surgery? I'm wondering if the menthol is going to be extremely unpleasant or if I can try it. The "plain" cough drops have never helped and I need something for my sinuses, throat, and cough. Thanks.

[James Marusek 5,244]

I haven't tried these sugar free cough drops but I don't think it would harm you. You might also try herbal teas that are specific for cold and flu symptoms.

[mngreeneyes 674]

I was just sick with what sounds pretty similar. I am a HUGE fan of Ricola sugar free Lemon Mint cough drops. They were very helpful when I was sick last week. Although I was 6 weeks out from surgery. I hope you feel better soon!

pam

[A New KK 104]

Be careful. If you read the warnings on the Halls sugar free, if you consume too many it gives you the runs. I had a problem with that before surgery and could only think it would be worse post op.

[TinyTink 268]

Be careful. If you read the warnings on the Halls sugar free, if you consume too many it gives you the runs. I had a problem with that before surgery and could only think it would be worse post op.

Well, I already have the screaming trots so it wouldn't matter too much. It'll go away after I'm off antibiotics. Not even Probiotics are helping at this point.

[esskay77 785]

I also love the Ricola sugar free Lemon Mint cough drops. I don't get the trots but I do get gassy which is a strange phenomenon!!

I also take the chewable Sambucol when I feel I am getting sick. They come in Black Elderberry flavor which always reminds me of Monty Python quote: "your mother is a hamster and your father smelt of elderberry" lol

[Mountaingal 322]

Mngreeneyes hit the nail on the head. Ricola Sugar frees are the best. My daughter uses the Sambucol and loves them but I have not tried them .

Sorry you have this bug on top of recovering from surgery. Feel better soon.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Thanks for the Ricola recommendation. I just went to CVS for more cold medicine so picked up a bag.

[TinyTink 268]

I bought some Ricola cherry honey drops and oh my, I have severe cramps on the left side. No more cough drops for me until I'm surely healed up. Ouch!

[macer 2]

I live by Fishermen's Friend sf mint flavor.