Guaifenesin
Guaifenesin is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Guaifenesin; Generic name: GUAIFENESIN; Drug class: Expectorant [EPC].
| Brand name | Guaifenesin |
|---|---|
| Generic name | GUAIFENESIN |
| Drug class | Expectorant [EPC] |
| Manufacturer | WALGREEN CO. |
| Used for | Uses helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive |
| Dosage | Directions do not crush, chew, or break extended-release tablet take with a full glass of water this product can be administered without regard for timing of meals adults and children 12 years of age and over: 1 extended-release tablet every 12 hours. Do not exceed 2 extended-release tablets in 24 hours children under 12 years of age: do not use |
| Warnings | Warnings Do not use for children under 12 years of age |
| Active ingredient(s) | Active ingredient (in each extended-release tablet) Guaifenesin USP 1200 mg |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=0c329d9f-8f1e-4b41-a03b-324e5d1b4ae2 |