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Members shared a variety of over-the-counter cold remedies they use with pulmonary arterial hypertension, including Coricidin HBP, Delsym,... Read more

Members shared a variety of over-the-counter cold remedies they use with pulmonary arterial hypertension, including Coricidin HBP, Delsym, Tylenol, saline sprays, Mucinex, allergy medications like Claritin and Xyzal, and home remedies such as hot tea with honey and chicken soup. Several members emphasized the critical importance of checking every medication with your PH specialist and cardiologist before taking it, as certain ingredients like zinc and decongestants can raise blood pressure and may be unsafe for those with PH. A recurring theme was the need to create a vetted list of safe medications with your doctors, discard anything contraindicated, and ask for approved alternatives to ensure you can manage cold symptoms without compromising your heart and lung health.