Which brand of guaifenesin is best for me?
It has been said that ‘brands’ do not matter in choosing a medication. However, formulation is very important for many individuals. Each of our bodies reacts differently to the various binders, fillers, and dyes used in medicinal preparations. It only makes sense that we may have reactions to some of the ingredients found in certain Guai preparations. Some lactose-intolerant members have reported side affects when discovering their Guai meds contained lactose,. Others have reported developing sensitivities to dyes in their medications. Patients experiencing absorption problems might do better using ‘purer’ guai which does not contain fillers, binders or dyes. And so forth. Some protocol followers prefer the pure powder formulations, while others enjoy the ease of LA medicines. How does one choose the ‘right type’ of Guai? Perhaps, if a person has no preferences or sensitivities, it would be most advantageous to begin with the least expensive, most readily available type of Guai prepara
