Tussin Expectorant
GUAIFENESIN
Indications and usage Uses ■ Helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive Dosage and administration Directions ■ do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period.
Age Dose Adults and children 12 years and over 2-4 teaspoonfuls every 4 hours Children under 12 years do not use Warnings and cautions Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have ■ cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) ■ cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
Structured Monograph
Clinical summary
Indications and usage Uses ■ Helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive Dosage and administration Directions ■ do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period. Age Dose Adults and children 12 years and over 2-4 teaspoonfuls every 4 hours Children under 12 years do not use Warnings and cautions Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have ■ cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) ■ cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
Monitoring
- • Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have ■ cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) ■ cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
Interaction Notes
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