Guest guest Report post Posted November 23, 2008 In addition, NAC is also a mucolytic, meaning that it helps to break up mucus in the body. Because of this ability, NAC is effective in reducing symptoms of bronchitis, a condition in which mucus build up in the respiratory system is a real problem. http://www.disabled-world.com/artman/publish/colds-flu.shtml Alana > > > > > > Hi all, > > > > Does anyone ever take Mucinex to try and help their breathing? It is > > supposed to help thin out mucus so I figured it might be good for > > helping get out the junk that usually collects in an asthmatic's > > lungs, particularly during a cold, etc. I've been sick and don't > know > > if I really notice any difference with it. Just wondered if it's > > worked for anyone here. > > > > Thanks, > > > > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites