Hi Otter. I too suffered daily with coughing and choking trying to rid my lungs of the mucus. Tussein Mucus and Cough has helped tremendously in thinning the mucus to a point where coughing is minimal. Tussein is similar to Mucinex but its emphasis is on mucus and not cough. It’s available on Amazon, or perhaps your local pharmacy carries the brand. Mine did not. Tussein was recommended by the hospital while recovering from pneumonia.