Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
MUCINEX (GUAIFENESIN) TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE 1
- MUCINEX (GUAIFENESIN) TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE 1
Overview
Uses helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
Indications & Usage
Uses helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
Dosage & Administration
Directions do not crush, chew, or break tablet take with a full glass of water this product can be administered without regard for the timing of meals adults and children 12 years of age and over: 1 or 2 tablets every 12 hours. Do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours. children under 12 years of age: do not use
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Do not use for children under 12 years of age Ask a doctor before use if you have persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema cough accompanied by too much phlegm (mucus) Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious illness. ask a health professional before use. If pregnant or breast-feeding, In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Keep out of reach of children.
Purpose
Purpose Expectorant
Do Not Use
Do not use for children under 12 years of age
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious illness.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Keep out of reach of children.
Storage & Handling
Other information tamper evident: do not use if carton is open or if printed seal on blister is broken or missing store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Questions
Questions? In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. You may also report side effects to this phone number: 1-866-MUCINEX (1-866-682-4639)
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