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Guaifenex-Rx
Gg & Gg/pseudoeph Kit Oral


Guaifenesin is an expectorant used to help clear mucous and chest congestion. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that relieves nasal congestion. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves dry, hacking coughs. This combination of medicines is used to treat symptoms due to colds, allergies, or certain upper respiratory tract infections (e.g., bronchitis, sinusitis).

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S-Pack, Syn-Rx, Med-Rx

 
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guaifenex-Rx
S-Pack, Syn-Rx, Med-Rx

Uses
Guaifenesin is an expectorant used to help clear mucous and chest congestion. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that relieves nasal congestion. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves dry, hacking coughs. This combination of medicines is used to treat symptoms due to colds, allergies, or certain upper respiratory tract infections (e.g., bronchitis, sinusitis).


Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.
  • Keep out of the reach of children.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include severe nausea and vomiting, fast or irregular heartbeat, seizures, or mental confusion.

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Guaifenex Rx Extended Release
Guaifenex Rx Extended Release

How To Use
  • Take Guaifenex-Rx by mouth with a full glass of water usually every 12 hours or as directed by your doctor.
  • Guaifenex-Rx must be swallowed whole.
  • Do not crush or chew the tablets.
  • This kit comes with different colored morning doses and evening doses.
  • Ask your doctor or pharmacist how to use Guaifenex-Rx correctly and follow all instructions carefully.
  • Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, nor take it for longer periods of time than prescribed.
  • If stomach upset occurs, you may take this with food or milk.
  • It is recommended you drink plenty of clear fluids (water preferred; 6-8 glasses a day) to help relieve congestion.

Side Effects
  • Nausea, headache, loss of appetite, nervousness, or dizziness, or rash may occur.
  • If any of these effects persist or worsen notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any of these serious side effects: blurred vision, unusually fast heartbeat, difficulty urinating (men only), trouble sleeping.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any of these unlikely but serious side effects: chest pain, irregular heartbeat, mental/mood changes, convulsions.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: high blood pressure, heart problems, diabetes, glaucoma, thyroid problems, enlarged prostate, seizures, allergies (especially to other cough-and-cold products).
  • Because Guaifenex-Rx may make you dizzy, use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
  • Limit alcoholic beverages.
  • Elderly patients may be more sensitive to the effects of this product.
  • Use cautiously.
  • Guaifenex-Rx should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • The pseudoephedrine in this combination product passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant.
  • Therefore, this product is not recommended for use by nursing mothers.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, take 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
  • Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medications you may use, especially: beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol, propranolol), digoxin, stimulant medications (e.g., dextroamphetamine, methylphenidate), certain other high blood pressure medicine (e.g., guanethidine, methyldopa, reserpine), cough-and-cold products, certain drugs used for depression (e.g., tricyclic antidepressants).
  • Do not use Guaifenex-Rx if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline) within the last 14 days.
  • The guaifenesin in this product may interfere with certain laboratory tests (e.g., uric acid).
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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