MAXIMUM STRENGTH TUSSNEX FM DM MAX- dextromethorphan hbr, guaifenesin liquid
Guardian Drug Company
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
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Active ingredients (in each 20 mL)
Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg
Guaifenesin 400 mg
Purpose
Cough suppressant
Expectorant
Uses
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes and make coughs more productive
- temporarily relieves:
- cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold or inhaled irritants
- the intensity of coughing
- the impulse to cough to help you get to sleep
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, chronuc bronchitis or emphysema
- cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
When using this product
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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 condition.
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
- do not take more than 6 doses in any 24 hour period
- measure only with dosing cup provided
- do not use dosing cup with other products
- dose as follows or as directed by a doctor
- Adults & children 12 years & older: 20mL every 4 hours
- Children under 12 years of age: Do not use
Other information
- each 20 mL contains: potassium 20 mg, sodium 20 mg
- store between 15-30oC (59-86oF)
- do not refrigerate
- dosing cup provided
Inactive ingredients
citric acid anhydrous, D&C red 33, dextrose, FD&C red 40, flavors, glycerin, methylparaben, potassium sorbate, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium hydroxide, sorbitol, sucralose, xanthan gum
PDP
compare to active ingredients in Mucinex®Fast-MaxTMDM Max
Maximum strength
Tussnex FM DM Max
Dextromethorphan HBr
Cough suppressant
Guaifenesin
Expectorant
Multi-symptom
Relieves chest congestion
Thins and loosens mucus
Soothes cough
Dosing lasts 4 hours
For ages 12 & over
