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Guaifenesin - oral

(gweye-fen-eh-sin)

common brand names: Guiatuss, Organidin NR, Robitussin

Simular Drugs : Q Tussin, Q Tussin Cf, Q Tussin DM, Q Tussin DM, Q Tussin Pe

Q Tussin Usage: it medication is used to relieve dry cough & helps to loosen phlegm & mucous in lungs so you can 'cough-up' (expectorate) mucous.

How to use Q Tussin: Take each dose about this drug with a full glass of water. Water will also help break-up the mucous & clear congestion. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this drug, unless youre pharmacist instructs you otherwise. do not take this tablet for chronic, persistent cough such as occurs with smoking or asthma unless directed by your healthcare professional. If cough lasts for more than one week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, headache or rash, consult your healthcare professional.

Q Tussin side effects: this medication may cause stomach upset or rash. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Q Tussin Precautions: If you have any about following health problems, consult your doctor before using this med: breathing problems such as emphysema/chronic bronchitis/asthma, smoking, any allergies. this drug must be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your doctor. It's not known if this drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult you're pharmacist before breast-feeding.

Q Tussin drug interactions: Tell your doctor of all the medicines you may use, (both prescription and nonprescription), especially: other cough-and-cold medicines. Guaifenesin may affect the results of certain lab tests. Be sure your caregivers aware you use this medicine before lab tests are performed. don't start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Q Tussin Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose may include drowsiness, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, & unusually slow heartbeat.

Q Tussin special notes: this medication comes in a variety about dose forms such as tablets, capsules, long acting meds or capsules & syrup. Ask you're healthcare professional or pharmacist to recommend the best product for you.

If you missed Q Tussin dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if It's almost time for the following dose, instead, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.

Q Tussin Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. do not store in bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms of this medication. don't store syrup in the refrigerator.

Active Ingredients : Guaifenesin