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This combination medication is used to treat a cough associated with the common cold, allergies and other respiratory illnesses. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that helps to loosen mucus while dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant.Do not use this medication in children younger than 2 years unless specifically directed by the doctor. To decrease the risk for serious side effects, carefully follow all of the doctor's dosage directions. Do not give other cough and cold medication that might contain the same or similar ingredients (see also Drug Interactions section). Ask your doctor or pharmacist about other ways to relieve cough and cold symptoms (e.g., saline nose drops/spray, using a humidifier or infant nasal suction bulb).
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Uses
This combination medication is used to treat a cough associated with the common cold, allergies and other respiratory illnesses. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that helps to loosen mucus while dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant.Do not use this medication in children younger than 2 years unless specifically directed by the doctor. To decrease the risk for serious side effects, carefully follow all of the doctor's dosage directions. Do not give other cough and cold medication that might contain the same or similar ingredients (see also Drug Interactions section). Ask your doctor or pharmacist about other ways to relieve cough and cold symptoms (e.g., saline nose drops/spray, using a humidifier or infant nasal suction bulb).
Notes
- Do not share this medication with others.
Storage
- Store at room temperature away from heat and light.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
- Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Overdose
- Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, blurred vision, slowed breathing, and seizures.
How To Use
- Shake the bottle well before each dose.
- Measure out the prescribed dose carefully using a measuring device.
- Take this medication by mouth every 12 hours or as directed by your doctor.
- If stomach upset occurs, take with food.
- Be sure to follow the instructions closely.Drink plenty of fluids, especially water, while taking this medication.
- Fluids will help to break up mucus and clear congestion.Improper use of this medication (abuse) may result in serious harm (e.g., brain damage, seizure, death).
- Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, or use it for a longer time than directed.Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve.
Side Effects
- Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to this medication.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
- Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
- However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Before taking guaifenesin with dextromethorphan, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: lung disease (e.g., asthma, emphysema), high blood pressure.This drug may make you drowsy or dizzy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
- Limit alcoholic beverages.This medicine may contain aspartame.
- If you have phenylketonuria (PKU) or any other condition that requires you to restrict your intake of aspartame (or phenylalanine), consult your doctor or pharmacist about using this drug safely.This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk.
- Breast-feeding is not recommended while using this drug.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
- If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them.
- Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within 2 weeks before or after treatment with this medication.
- In some cases a serious, possibly fatal, drug interaction may occur.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use.This medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including urine 5-HIAA/VMA test), possibly causing false test results.
- Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use this drug.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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