Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each 5 mL)
Guaifenesin 100 mg
Purpose
Expectorant
Uses
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus
Warnings
Ask a doctor before use if you have:
- a cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
- a persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
Stop use and ask a doctor if:
These could be signs of a serious condition.
- cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts
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.
Directions
| adults & children 12 years and over | 10 mL - 20 mL (2 - 4 teaspoonfuls) |
| children 6 years to under 12 years | 5 mL - 10 mL (1 - 2 teaspoonfuls) |
| children 2 years to under 6 years | 2.5 mL - 5 mL (½ - 1 teaspoonful) |
| children under 2 years | ask a doctor |
- take every 4 hours
- do not exceed 6 doses in 24 hours
Other information
- Phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 8.4 mg per teaspoonful (5 mL)
- store at room temperature 20-25°C (68-77°F).
- keep tightly closed.
Inactive ingredients
Acesulfame K, artificial cherry flavor, artificial vanilla flavor, aspartame, hypromellose, menthol, methylparaben, potassium sorbate, purified water. Citric acid may be used to adjust pH.