Guaifenesin
FDA Drug Information • Also known as: 12 Hour Mucus Relief, 365 Whole Foods Market Guaifenesin, Adult Tussin, Air Power, Akin, Akin...
- Brand Names
- 12 Hour Mucus Relief, 365 Whole Foods Market Guaifenesin, Adult Tussin, Air Power, Akin, Akin Expectorant Formula Strawberry Banana, Always Save Chest Congestion Relief Guaf, Basic Care Mucus Er, Basic Care Mucus Er Max, Berkley And Jensen Mucus Relief, Betr Chest Congestion Relief, Betr Remedies Chest Congestion Relief, Chest Congestion Relief, Childrens Chest Congestion Relief, Childrens Chest Congestion Relief Grape, Childrens Giltuss Ex Expectorant, Childrens Mucus Relief Chest Congestion, Cough Out, Curewell Tussin, Curist Mucus Relief, Curist Mucus Relief Maximum Strength, Cvs Adult Mucus Chest Congestion, Cvs Adult Mucus Plus Chest Congestion, Dg Health Immediate Release Mucus Relief, Dg Health Mucus Er, Dg Health Mucus Er Max, Dr Simi Mucus Relief Expectorant, Drx Choice Fruit Punch, Equaline Chest Congestion Relief, Equate Mucus Relief, Equate Mucus-Er, Excaugh, Expectorant Guaifenesin Extended-Release, Family Wellness Chest Congestion Relief, Foster And Thrive Chest Congestion Relief, Foster And Thrive Mucus Relief, Geri-Tussin, Giltuss Ex Expectorant, Good Neighbor Adult Tussin Mucus And Chest Congestion, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Mucus Er, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Mucus Relief, Good Sense Mucus Er, Guaifed, Guaifenesin, Guaifenesin - Odaat 1200 Mg, Guaifenesin 1200 Mg, Guaifenesin 200Mg, Guaifenesin 400Mg, Guaifenesin 400Mg Caplets, Guaifenesin 600 Mg, Guaifenesin Extended Release, Guaifenesin Extended Release 1200 Mg, Guaifenesin Extended Release 600 Mg, Guaifenesin Extended-Release, Guaifenesin Extended-Release 1200 Mg, Guaifenesin Extended-Release 600 Mg, Guaifenesin Strawberry-Banana Flavor, Healthmart Chest Congestion Relief, Kroger Mucus Relief, Leader Adult Tussin Mucus And Chest Congestion 541, Leader Chest Congestion Relief G450, Leader Mucus Relief, Llorens Care Tussin, Marcs Mucus Relief, Max Tussin Mucus And Chest Congestion, Max Tussin Mucus And Chest Congestion Sugar Free, Maximum Strength Mucus Relief, Meijer Adult Mucus Plus Chest Congestion, Meijer Chest Congestion Relief, Mucinex, Mucinex Fast-Max Chest Congestion Honey And Berry Flavor, Mucinex Maximum Strength, Mucolyte, Mucosa, Mucosa Guifenesin, Mucus, Mucus And Chest Congestion, Mucus Er, Mucus Extended Release, Mucus Relief, Mucus Relief 600 Mg, Mucus Relief Dm, Mucus Relief Er, Mucus Relief Extended Release, Mucus Relief Extended Release Maximum Strength, Mucus Relief Extended-Release, Mucus Relief Guaifenesin Extended-Release 1200 Mg, Mucus Relief Guaifenesin Extended-Release 600 Mg, Mucus Relief Immediate Release, Mucus Relief Max, Mucus Relief Maximum Strength, Mucus Relief Maximum Strength 1200 Mg, Qch Adult Tussin 541, Quality Choice Adult Tussin Expectorant, Quality Choice Mucus Relief, Refenesen Mucus Relief, Reliable-1 Tussin, Respiratory Relief, Revasol Tussin, Rompe Pecho Ex, Rompe Pecho Sf, Rugby Chest Congestion Relief G450, Rugby Mucus And Chest Congestion 541, Rugby Mucus Relief Er, Sda Laboratories Tussin, Simpex Guaifenesin, Topcare Chest Congestion Relief, Topcare Mucus Er, Topco Mucus Relief, Tusnel Ex, Tussin, Tussin Expectorant, Tussin Mucus And Chest Congestion Sugar Free, Up And Up Mucus Relief, Walgreen Cherry
- Drug Class
- Expectorant [EPC]
- Route
- ORAL
- Dosage Form
- TABLET
- Product Type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
What Is Guaifenesin Used For?
Uses Uses: 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.
Dosage and Administration
Directions Do not give more than 6 doses in any 24 hours period shake well before use measure only with dosing cup provided keep dosing cup with product mL = milliliter Age Dose Children 6 to under 12 years of age 5 mL every 4 hours Children 4 to under 6 years of age 2.5 mL every 4 hours Children under 4 years of age Do not use
Warnings and Precautions
Warnings Do not use in child who is taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional condition, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your child’s prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product.
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.