Generic version of Mucinex sold by CVS, Walmart, Walgreens and Target contains cancer-causing chemical: report

The generic version of the popular cold and allergy medicine Mucinex which is sold as an in-store brand at CVS, Walmart, Target and Walgreens contains the cancer-causing chemical benzene, according to a report.

Benzene, a colorless, flammable liquid that has been used to make plastics, synthetic fibers, household cleaners, gasoline and rubber, has been linked to diseases such as leukemia and lymphoma.

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