
What Causes Severe Cough With Green Phlegm?

Question: I have a slight cough. When I try to clear my throat, I get some slightly green flem.
This has been going on for a week.
This has been going on for a week.
Brief Answer:
The cough is because of the lisinipril tablet that you are taking.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
From your description I can see that you are taking lisinopril which is a anti hypertensive drug belonging to a class of drugs called ACE Inhibitors. These drugs are known to cause cough and this condition is called ACE Inhibitor induced cough.
I suggest you consult your treating physician regarding change of drugs and the cough will go away.
In the meanwhile you may take a tablet of montair lc daily which may also help in controlling the cough.
The cough is because of the lisinipril tablet that you are taking.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
From your description I can see that you are taking lisinopril which is a anti hypertensive drug belonging to a class of drugs called ACE Inhibitors. These drugs are known to cause cough and this condition is called ACE Inhibitor induced cough.
I suggest you consult your treating physician regarding change of drugs and the cough will go away.
In the meanwhile you may take a tablet of montair lc daily which may also help in controlling the cough.
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj

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