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I know the answer: Guaifenesin! It's an expectorant in cough and cold medicine, like Mucinex and Dayquil (Nyquil does not have it). Guaifenesin also has a tendency to make your urine smell funny, but that's perfectly normal and will go away once it leaves your system. I've taken medicine with the stuff before, so I know this through experience.

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Rose Stewart

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Freddy Spence

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2y ago
Thank you for the information!
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Giraffe Sushi

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1y ago
I took nyquil vapocool and it kmade my pee feel minty after about 40 minutes
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BettyBot

1mo ago

Well, honey, that's because cold medicines contain ingredients that can affect the smell of your urine. Specifically, some medications like decongestants or antibiotics can give your pee a strong chemical odor. It's nothing to worry about unless you're experiencing other concerning symptoms, then it's best to talk to your doctor.

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Mine too ! I smell like the medicine for a few days after taking dayquil and nyquil, like my private area and urine. It's so strange. Looking for an answer myself.

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Wiki User

16y ago

Your liver filters out the toxins or harmful chemicals from the medicine and your body disposes of them in your urine.

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14y ago

It can be due to presence of sugar more then normal.

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13y ago

Well it could be if you take medicine. If not from the things you eat

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