guaifenesin
guaifenesin is listed in the FDA National Drug Code directory with 31 NDC codes, marketed under brand names including GUAIFENESIN, good sense mucus er, Leader Mucus Relief. Available dosage forms: tablet, extended release, tablet, multilayer, extended release.
Drug Details
- Generic Name
- guaifenesin
- Brand Names
- GUAIFENESIN, good sense mucus er, Leader Mucus Relief, equate mucus-er, DG Health Mucus ER, up and up mucus relief, Topcare Mucus ER, MUCUS AND CHEST CONGESTION, mucus relief, mucus er, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Mucus ER, foster and thrive mucus relief, basic care mucus er max, Topcare mucus er, Rugby Mucus Relief ER, RUGBY MUCUS RELIEF ER, MUCUS RELIEF, equate mucus relief, UP AND UP MUCUS RELIEF, Good Sense Mucus ER, DG health mucus er max, mucus, mucus extended release
- Application Number
- ANDA209254
- Sponsor
- CVS
- NDC Codes
- 31
- Dosage Forms
- TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE, TABLET, MULTILAYER, EXTENDED RELEASE
- Routes
- ORAL
- Active Ingredients
- GUAIFENESIN
Indications and Usage
Uses • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive • temporarily relieves: • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants • the intensity of coughing • the impulse to cough to help you get to sleep
Warnings
Warnings Do not use • for children under 12 years of age • 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 do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. 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) When using this product • do not use more than directed 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. 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 (1-800-222-1222).