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What Causes Severe Cough With Green Phlegm?

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Posted on Tue, 13 Sep 2016
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.
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Answered by Dr. Shashi Dangwal (54 minutes later)
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.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Dr. Shashi Dangwal

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What Causes Severe Cough With Green Phlegm?

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.