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RidgeCrest ClearLungs for MAC and Bronchiectasis

Posted by ritapearl @ritapearl, Jan 26, 2022

Does anyone use Clear Lungs when they are also using nebulizer and 3% and percussion vest?

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Jan 26, 2022

Hello, I will jump in and say that I have not used Clear Lung even though I have seen it recommended on a few Bronchiectasis sites.
I will explain my reasoning. I have used herbal medicines, but need to be exceedingly cautious when I see a long list of ingredients because I take a few prescription medications, which may interact with one or more ingredients. And I have allergies to a number of plants and pollens. Supplements such as Clear Lung are not regulated by the FDA, nor tested for purity or safety by them. I also cannot tell if the distributor has had any testing done by an independent lab.
Instead I have chosen to use just two medications which help thin the mucus, both approved by my doctors. One is long-acting guaifenesin, which thins mucus. The second is the supplement Nacetyl-cysteine (NAC) which some studies have shown to also be mucolytic (lessens and thins mucus.)

If you decide to try the Clear Lungs, maybe you can ask your physician and/or pharmacist about whether the ingredients may interact with any meds you use, especially for blood pressure, heart, blood clotting.

Have you asked your pulmonologist or primary doc about this supplement?
Sue

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suelipton | @suelipton | Jan 27, 2022

I use ClearLungs and NAC; however, I don’t take any prescription meds.

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ritapearl | @ritapearl | Jan 27, 2022
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@sueinmn

Hello, I will jump in and say that I have not used Clear Lung even though I have seen it recommended on a few Bronchiectasis sites.
I will explain my reasoning. I have used herbal medicines, but need to be exceedingly cautious when I see a long list of ingredients because I take a few prescription medications, which may interact with one or more ingredients. And I have allergies to a number of plants and pollens. Supplements such as Clear Lung are not regulated by the FDA, nor tested for purity or safety by them. I also cannot tell if the distributor has had any testing done by an independent lab.
Instead I have chosen to use just two medications which help thin the mucus, both approved by my doctors. One is long-acting guaifenesin, which thins mucus. The second is the supplement Nacetyl-cysteine (NAC) which some studies have shown to also be mucolytic (lessens and thins mucus.)

If you decide to try the Clear Lungs, maybe you can ask your physician and/or pharmacist about whether the ingredients may interact with any meds you use, especially for blood pressure, heart, blood clotting.

Have you asked your pulmonologist or primary doc about this supplement?
Sue

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As the saying goes”you got game” thanks I will contact my pulmonologist

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Lisa Y | @tutti | Jan 30, 2022

I take Clear Lungs and also use a nebulizer for albuterol and 7% saline. I do think the Clear Lungs is beneficial and the 7% seem to make clearing my lungs easier.

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Jennifer | @megan123 | Jan 31, 2022

I have used extra strength Clear Lungs for app 4 years..it was suggested through this support group, as many of the Mayo patients were using it at the time..I haven’t had an exacerbation since being on it, and I carry colonized pseudo....😎👍

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ritapearl | @ritapearl | Feb 20, 2022
In reply to @sueinmn "Hello, I will jump in and say that I have not used Clear Lung even though..." + (show)
@sueinmn

Hello, I will jump in and say that I have not used Clear Lung even though I have seen it recommended on a few Bronchiectasis sites.
I will explain my reasoning. I have used herbal medicines, but need to be exceedingly cautious when I see a long list of ingredients because I take a few prescription medications, which may interact with one or more ingredients. And I have allergies to a number of plants and pollens. Supplements such as Clear Lung are not regulated by the FDA, nor tested for purity or safety by them. I also cannot tell if the distributor has had any testing done by an independent lab.
Instead I have chosen to use just two medications which help thin the mucus, both approved by my doctors. One is long-acting guaifenesin, which thins mucus. The second is the supplement Nacetyl-cysteine (NAC) which some studies have shown to also be mucolytic (lessens and thins mucus.)

If you decide to try the Clear Lungs, maybe you can ask your physician and/or pharmacist about whether the ingredients may interact with any meds you use, especially for blood pressure, heart, blood clotting.

Have you asked your pulmonologist or primary doc about this supplement?
Sue

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Sue I am writing you here because I lost your answer about weight gain,having trouble navigating site.I have only been having 3 meals a day.
PS using Clear Lung now.

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glendamoseley1 | @glendamoseley1 | Feb 20, 2022

Hi, try to add snacks in between! High Calories! Nuts! Protein drinks! Food is truly your medicine!
I also worked with my GP to heal my gut, as I began healing my gut I was also able to add more weight! Hope this helps!

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