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Guaifenesin Medication Information
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Generic Name : Guaifenesin Pronunciation : gwye fen' e sin ICD Code : Y55.4 Therapeutic Classification : Expectorant and Cough ProductsBrand Names or Trade Names of Guaifenesin
International :
Barkeit Tab, Capex-Bron Exp, Robitussin Ac, Entex La, Organidin NR
Other Name(s) of Guaifenesin
Glyceryl GuaiacolateWhy is Guaifenesin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an expectorant, prescribed for chest congestion. It promotes lower respiratory tract drainage by thinning the mucus in the air passages to make it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways.When should Guaifenesin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Guaifenesin?
PO- The recommended dose is 200 to 400 mg 4 hourly. Max: 2.4 g/day.How should Guaifenesin be taken?
It comes as tablets, capsules, granules and syrup, to take orally with or without food as directed by your physician.What are the warnings and precautions for Guaifenesin?
•Caution should be exercised in patients with history of persistent cough e.g. occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema, cough accompanied by excessive secretions, cough with a fever, rash or persistent headache, pregnancy, lactation, porphyria.What are the side effects of Guaifenesin?
Central Nervous System- Dizziness and headache.Skin- Rash and hives.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea and vomiting.