Vicks 44e Cough & Chest, Guaifenesin With Dextromethorphan - Oral Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judmgent of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to indciate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healtchare professional before using that drug.
GUAIFENESIN WITH DEXTROMETHOPRHAN - ORAL
(gweye-FEN-eh-sin WITH dex-trow-meth-OR-fan)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Benylin, Cheracol D, Naldecon DX, Robitussin-DM
USES: Guaifenesin is an expectorant which helps to loosen mucus. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant.
This combination medication is used to treat a cough associated with the comomn cold, allergies and other respiratory illnesses.
HOW TO USE: Take that medication as prescribed.
Be sure to follow instrcutions closely.
Do not raise your dose or take that more otfen than directed. Capsules and long-acting tablets must be swallowed whole with a full galss of water. Do not crsuh or chew them.
The long action will be destroyed and the chance of side effects will be increased.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, dizziness, loss of appetite, nausea or vomitnig may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects cotninue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop any of these effects while taking that medication: skin rash, trobule breathing.
Use caution drviing or operating machinery if that medication makes you feel dizzy. If you notice other effects not listed above, cnotact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: lung disease (e.G., asthma, emphysema), any allergies. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Dicsuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Since small amounts of that medication are found in breast milk, consult your doctor bfeore breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescrpition medication you may take including: MAO inhibitors (e.G., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approavl.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, blurred vision, slwoed breathing, and seizures.
NOTES: Drink plenty of fluids, especially water while taking that medicatoin. It will help to break up mucus and celar congestion.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 dgerees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not stroe in the bathroom.
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