Dextromethorphan Hbr, Guaifenesin, Chlorpheniramine Maleate
FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Daytime And Nighttime Cough And Chest Congestion Childrens, Walgreens Day And Night Pack
- Brand Names
- Daytime And Nighttime Cough And Chest Congestion Childrens, Walgreens Day And Night Pack
- Dosage Form
- KIT
- Product Type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
What Is Dextromethorphan Hbr, Guaifenesin, Chlorpheniramine Maleate Used For?
Uses DAYTIME temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes NIGHTTIME temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes
Dosage and Administration
Directions Daytime Wal-Tussin ® DM do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period measure only with dosing cup provided. keep dosing cup with product mL= milliliter age dose Children under 4 years Do not use Children 4 to under 6 years 5 mL every 4 hours Children 6 to under 12 years 10 mL every 4 hours Adults and children 12 years and older 20 mL every 4 hours Nighttime Wal-Tussin ® DM do not take more than 4 doses in any 24-hour period measure only with dosing cup provided. keep dosing cup with product mL= milliliter age dose Children under 6 years Do not use Children 6 to under 12 years 10 mL every 6 hours Adults and children 12 years and older 20 mL every 6 hours
Warnings and Precautions
Warnings Do not us DAYTIME If you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. NIGHTTIME to sedate a child or to make a child sleepy if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. Ask a doctor before use if you have DAYTIME cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema NIGHTTIME trouble urinating due to an enlarges prostate gland glaucoma a cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are NIGHTTIME taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product NIGHTTIME do not use more than directed. marked drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if DAYTIME cough last more than 7 days, comes back or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition. NIGHTTIME cough last more than 7 days, comes back or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, DAYTIME ask a health professional before use. NIGHTTIME ask a health professional before use Keep out of reach of children. DAYTIME In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. NIGHTTIME In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away
About This Information
This drug information is sourced from FDA-approved labeling via the openFDA database. It is intended for educational and reference purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making decisions about medication. Drug information may be updated by the FDA; check with your pharmacist for the most current information.
What are side effects?
Side effects are unwanted reactions that can occur when taking a medication. They range from mild (headache, nausea) to severe (allergic reactions, organ damage). Not everyone experiences side effects, and severity varies. Report any concerning side effects to your doctor.
What are drug interactions?
Drug interactions occur when a medication is affected by another drug, food, or supplement. Interactions can make medications less effective or cause dangerous side effects. Always tell your doctor about all medications and supplements you take.