Warning: following info is intended to supplement, not substitute for, expertise & judgment about your pharmacist. it shouldn't be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective for you. Consult your physician before using it med.
Guaifenesin - oral
(gweye-fen-eh-sin)
common brand names: Guiatuss, Organidin NR, Robitussin
Simular Drugs : Hm Tussin Cough, Hm Tussin Cough & Cold
Hm Tussin Cough Usage: this medication is used to relieve dry cough and helps to loosen phlegm & mucous in the lungs so you can 'cough-up' (expectorate) mucous.
How to use Hm Tussin Cough: Take each dose of this med with full glass of water. Water will also help break-up the mucous & clear congestion. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication, unless some your pharmacist instructs you otherwise. do not take this drug for chronic, persistent cough such as occurs with smoking or asthma unless directed by your doctor. If cough lasts for more than one week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, headache or rash, consult your healthcare professional.
Hm Tussin Cough side effects: it medication may cause stomach upset or rash. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your pharmacist. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact some your physician or pharmacist.
Hm Tussin Cough Precautions: If you have any of next health problems, consult you're physician before using this medication: breathing problems such as emphysema/chronic bronchitis/asthma, smoking, any allergies. this medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your pharmacist. it is not known if this drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.
Hm Tussin Cough drug interactions: Tell you're doctor of all the medicines you may use, (both prescription & nonprescription), especially: another cough-and-cold medicines. Guaifenesin may affect results of certain lab tests. Be sure your caregivers are aware you use this medicine before lab tests are performed. do not start or stop any medicine without pharmacist or pharmacist approval.
Hm Tussin Cough Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact some your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, & unusually slow heartbeat.
Hm Tussin Cough special notes: it medication comes in a variety of dose forms such as pills, capsules, long acting tablets or capsules and a syrup. Ask your doctor or doctor to recommend best product for you.
If you missed Hm Tussin Cough dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for following dose, instead, skip missed dose & resume youre usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.
Hm Tussin Cough 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. do not freeze liquid forms of this med. do not store syrup in refrigerator.
Active Ingredients : Guaifenesin