Mucinex, a brand with enormous equity in chest congestion, was facing a new challenge. It had grown under the protective wing of a patent and an advertising campaign that vilified mucus as the cause ...

To help Mucinex work best, take it with plenty of water. Hydration helps the body clear mucus from the airways. There are ...

Medications called expectorants contain an ingredient called guaifenesin, which may help break up the mucus in your chest. Common brands include Mucinex and Robitussin. Chest congestion ...