Active ingredients (in each tablet) Purposes
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg………….…Cough suppressant
Guaifenesin 200 mg.......…………….….................................Expectorant
Uses
Uses
- temporarily relieves:
- cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold
- the intensity of coughing
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
Warnings
Do not use
● 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.
● if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its Ingredients
● in children under 12 years of age
Ask a doctor before use if you have
● cough that occurs with excessive phlegm (mucus) ● persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema ● a sodium-restricted diet
Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by a 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
Directions
- do not take more than the recommended dose
- adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets fully dissolved in 4 oz of water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 12 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor.
- children under 12 years: do not use
Other information
● each tablet contains: potassium 80 mg; sodium 237 mg
● store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
Alka Seltzer Plus Maximum Strength Cough & Chest Congestion