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flag Benzene found in store-brand generic cold relief medicines, including Mucinex, at major US chains due to cheaper carbomer alternatives.

flag Bloomberg analysis finds benzene, a carcinogen, in store-brand generic cold relief medicines including Mucinex at major US chains such as CVS, Walmart, and Walgreens. flag The inactive ingredient carbomer, used for extended-release effect, contains benzene in store-brand versions due to cheaper alternatives. flag Brand-name Mucinex uses a carbomer without benzene. flag The US FDA plans to phase out benzene by 2026 but has not yet responded to whether it is currently investigating this issue.

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