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Why can't I drink too much water after drinking syrup?

Male  27 years old 2018-05-31
I suddenly coughed and went to get the cough syrup. The doctor told me not to drink too much water after taking the medicine. Why?

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  • BY Mamie Doris 2018-06-01
    Because this will dilute the stomach acid, it is not conducive to the dissolution and absorption of drugs. Generally, a small glass of warm water is enough for taking solid medicine. For this special preparation of syrup, especially cough syrup, it is necessary to cover the surface of the inflamed pharyngeal mucosa with a protective film to reduce mucosal inflammation, block irritation, and relieve cough, so it is recommended to drink Do not drink water within 5 minutes of syrup.
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