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Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine HCl

Drug class

Adrenergic alpha1-Agonists [MoA]; Decreased Respiratory Secretion Viscosity [PE]; Expectorant [EPC]; Increased Respiratory Secretions [PE]; alpha-1 Adrenergic Agonist [EPC]

Uses

Uses Temporarily relieves the symptoms associated with a cough, the common cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies. Helps loosen phlegm (mucus), loosens nasal congestion, thin bronchial secretions, drain bronchial tubes, make coughs more productive,clear stuffy nose,clear nasal passageways, shrinks swollen membranes.

Warnings

Warnings Do not use this product more than the recommended dosage, or 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 are uncertain whether your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a health professional.

Dosage & administration

Directions Do not exceed recommended doses in a 24 hour period Adults and Children 12 years and over: 1 tablet every 4 hours. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours. Children 6 to 12 years: 1/2 tablet every 4 hours. Do not exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours. Children under 6 years of age: ask a doctor.

Active ingredient

Drug Facts Active Ingredients (in each tablet) Guaifenesin 390 mg Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg

Inactive ingredient

Inactive Ingredients Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Maltodextrin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyethylene Glycol, Povidone, Silicone Dioxide, Stearic Acid.

Dosage forms & strengths

SOLUTION/ DROPS TABLET TABLET, FILM COATED
GUAIFENESIN 25 mg/mL PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE 1.25 mg/mL GUAIFENESIN 388 mg/1 PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE 10 mg/1 GUAIFENESIN 400 mg/1 GUAIFENESIN 390 mg/1

All identified pills

Official source

DailyMed

Also known as

Tusnel Pediatric Drops Giltuss Sinus and Chest Congestion Mucus Relief PE Sinus Congestion Gilphex Mucus Relief PE