Guaifenesin and Codeine Phosphate
Generic: GUAIFENESIN AND CODEINE PHOSPHATE
Basic Information
Manufacturer
PAI Holdings, LLC
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
88d0994c-4270-4408-8837-bd97510b2118
Purpose
Active ingredients in each 5 mL (teaspoonful) Purposes Codeine Phosphate, USP 10 mg Cough Suppressant Guaifenesin, USP 100 mg Expectorant
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritations as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make cough more productive
Warnings
Warnings Do not use in adults and children who have a chronic pulmonary disease or shortness of breath, or children who are taking other drugs, unless directed by a doctor.
Ask a doctor before use if you have a cough with too much phlegm (mucus) a persistent or chronic cough as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives, tranquilizers and drugs used for depression, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).
These combinations may cause greater sedation (drowsiness) than is caused by the product used alone.
Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts for more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or headache that lasts.
These can be signs of a serious condition.
may cause or aggravate constipation If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Use of codeine-containing preparation is not recommended for children under 2 years of age.
Ask a doctor before use if you have a cough with too much phlegm (mucus) a persistent or chronic cough as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives, tranquilizers and drugs used for depression, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).
These combinations may cause greater sedation (drowsiness) than is caused by the product used alone.
Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts for more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or headache that lasts.
These can be signs of a serious condition.
may cause or aggravate constipation If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Use of codeine-containing preparation is not recommended for children under 2 years of age.