Uses
- temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold or inhaled irritants
- relieves your cough to help you sleep
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
- temporarily relieves cough associated with the common cold
Ask your Doctor if:
- you have a persistent or chronic cough, this may be a sign of a serious condition
- you have a persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema
- you have a cough that is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus)
- you have chronic pulmonary disease or shortness of breath
- giving to a child who is taking other drugs
When using this product
- giving a higher dose than recommended by a doctor could result in serious side effects for your child. A special measuring device should be used to give an accurate dose of this product to children under 6 years of age
- may cause or aggravate constipation
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- symptoms do not improve within 7 days, tend to recur or are accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These may be symptoms of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- do not exceed 6 doses in 24 hours
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Adults and children 12 years of age and over: |
2 tsp (10 mL) every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor. |
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Children 6 to under 12 years of age: |
1 tsp (5 mL) every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor. |
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Children under 6 years of age: |
Consult a doctor. |
