MEDIQUE GUAICON DMS- guaifenesin, dextromethorphan hbr syrup

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

GUAIFENESIN (UNII: 495W7451VQ) (GUAIFENESIN - UNII:495W7451VQ), DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE (UNII: 9D2RTI9KYH) (DEXTROMETHORPHAN - UNII:7355X3ROTS)

Available from:

UNIFIRST FIRST AID CORPORATION

INN (International Name):

GUAIFENESIN

Composition:

GUAIFENESIN 100 mg in 5 mL

Administration route:

ORAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

Expectorant/Cough suppressant Uses Temporarily - helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passages of bothersome mucus, drain bronchial tubes, and make coughs more productive - suppresses cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with a cold or inhaled irritants Do not use - more than the recommended dose - 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 MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this product Stop use and ask a doctor if - new symptoms occur - cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache. These are signs of a serious condition.

Authorization status:

OTC monograph final

Summary of Product characteristics

MEDIQUE GUAICON DMS- GUAIFENESIN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR SYRUP
UNIFIRST FIRST AID CORPORATION
_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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MEDIQUE GUAICON DMS
_DRUG FACTS_
_ACTIVE INGREDIENTS_
Guaifenesin 100 mg, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg
_PURPOSE_
Expectorant/Cough suppressant
_USES_
TEMPORARILY
helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the
bronchial
passages of bothersome mucus, drain bronchial tubes, and make coughs
more
productive
suppresses cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
associated with a cold
or inhaled irritants
_WARNINGS_
DO NOT USE
more than the recommended dose
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 MAOI drug.
If you do not know if your prescription
drug contains an MAOI, consult a doctor or pharmacist before using
this product
STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
new symptoms occur
cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by a
fever, rash, or
persistent headache.
These are signs of a serious condition.
ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE A
persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma,
chronic
bronchitis, or emphysema
cough accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus)
IF PREGANANT 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. Prompt medical attention is critical
for adults as well
as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
_DIRECTIONS_
ADULTS AND CHILDREN (12 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER)
Take 2 teaspoons (10 ml) every 4 hours as needed, do not exceed 12
teaspoons (6
doses) in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor.
CHILDREN UNDER 12 YEARS OF AGE
Do not give to chil