Warning: following details is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise & judgment of you're physician. it should not 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 : Guaifenesin, Guaifenesin 600 Pse 120, Guaifenesin Ac, Guaifenesin Codeine Phosphate, Guaifenesin D Methorphan, Guaifenesin D Methorphan Hb, Guaifenesin D Methorphan Hb, Guaifenesin Dac, Guaifenesin Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin DM, Guaifenesin DM, Guaifenesin Dm Nr, Guaifenesin Dm Nr, Guaifenesin Er, Guaifenesin LA, Guaifenesin Nr, Guaifenesin Nr, Guaifenesin P, Guaifenesin P Ephed HCL, Guaifenesin P Ephed HCL, Guaifenesin P Ephed Hcl Hcod, Guaifenesin P Ephedrine Cod, Guaifenesin P Ephedrine Cod, Guaifenesin P Pd, Guaifenesin Phenylephrine, Guaifenesin Phenylephrine Hcod, Guaifenesin Pse, Guaifenesin Pse Sr, Guaifenesin Pseudoephedrine, Guaifenesin Pseudoephedrine, Guaifenesin Sr, Guaifenesin Sr, Guaifenesin W Codeine, Guaifenesin W Codeine, Guaifenesin W Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin W DM, Guaifenesin W Pseudoephedrine
Guaifenesin Usage: this medication is used to relieve dry cough & helps to loosen phlegm & mucous in lungs so you can 'cough-up' (expectorate) mucous.
How to use Guaifenesin: Take each dose of this drug with a full glass of water. Water will also help break-up mucous & clear congestion. Drink plenty of fluids while taking it drug, unless some your pharmacist instructs you otherwise. do not take it tablet for chronic, persistent cough such as occurs with smoking or asthma unless directed by your pharmacist. If the cough lasts for more than one week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, headache or rash, consult you're physician.
Guaifenesin side effects: this pill can cause stomach upset or rash. If these effects persist or worsen, inform you're doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact youre doctor or pharmacist.
Guaifenesin Precautions: If you have any about the following health problems, consult youre healthcare professional before using it drug: breathing problems such as emphysema/chronic bronchitis/asthma, smoking, any allergies. this pill should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with youre doctor. it is not known if this drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult youre doctor before breast-feeding.
Guaifenesin drug interactions: Tell your pharmacist of every medicines you may use, (both prescription & nonprescription), especially: other cough-and-cold medicines. Guaifenesin may affect results of certain lab tests. Be sure your caregivers aware you use this medicine before lab tests are performed. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.
Guaifenesin 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.
Guaifenesin special notes: it drug comes in variety about dose forms such as tablets, capsules, long acting tablets or capsules & a syrup. Ask your doctor or healthcare professional to recommend best product for you.
If you missed Guaifenesin dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if It's almost time for the next dose, instead, skip missed dose & resume you're usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.
Guaifenesin Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in the bathroom. don't freeze liquid forms of this medication. do not store syrup in the refrigerator.
Active Ingredients : Guaifenesin