Active ingredients (in each 5mL tsp)
Guaifenesin 100 mg………………………………Expectorant
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg……………………Cough suppressant
Uses
- temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritations as may occur with the common cold and helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive.
Warnings Do not exceed recommended dosage.
A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition. If cough persists more than one week, tends to reoccur, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache, consult a doctor
Do not use:
- This product for persistent or chronic cough, such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema or if cough is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus), unless directed by a doctor.
- 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 are pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- Do not exceed 6 doses in 24 hours.
age dose
Adults and children 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL)
12 years of age and over....................................... every 4 hours
Children 6 to under 1 teaspoonful (5 mL)
12 years of age..................................................... every 4 hours
Children 2 to under 1/2 teaspoonful (2.5 mL)
6 years of age....................................................... every 4 hours
Children under 2 years of age.................................. consult your doctor
