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Guaifenesin and Dextromethorphan

Generic: GUAIFENESIN AND DEXTROMETHORPHAN

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Basic Information
Manufacturer
Major Pharmaceuticals
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
97b137c9-0bec-409a-91f7-e298c296578b
Purpose
DRUG FACTS
Indications & Usage
Uses • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive.

• temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold.
Warnings
Warnings Do not use if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug.

If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Ask a doctor before use if you have • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) • cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema Stop use and ask a doctor if  cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache.

These could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222)