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Mucinex

Guaifenesin

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The generic name of this medication is guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine and the various brand names are Mucinex; Altarussin PE, Ambifed, Biotuss PE, D-Feda II, Despec-SR, Dynex, ExeFen, Guiatex II SR, Maxifed, Maxifed-G, Medent LD, Medent-LDI, Mucinex D, Nasabid SR, Nasatab LA, Nomuc-PE, Poly-Vent IR, Poly-Vent, Jr., Pseudatex, Pseudo GG, Pseudo GG TR, Pseudo Max, Q-Tussin PE, Respaire-120 SR, Robitussin Severe Congestion, Ru-Tuss Jr., Sudafed Non Drying Sinus, SudaTex-G, Touro LA-LD, Triaminic Softchews Chest Congestion, We Mist II LA, We Mist LA

Mucinex is manufactured by the Reckitt Benckiser company.

The active ingredients of this medication are guaifenesin and pseudoepherdrine.

It is primarily used to provide relief from symptoms of cough and clear mucus from the chest caused due to colds; flu; or hay fever.

Common Uses:

Used to provide relief from symptoms of cough and clearing mucus from the chest due to colds; flu; or hay fever.

Off Label Uses:

None noted currently.

Side Effects:
Nausea;
Vomiting;
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in people that have:
Allergic reactions to this medication or any of its ingredients;
Chronic cough associated with smoking; asthma.

Not advisable pregnant women and women that are planning on becoming pregnant.

Drug Interactions:
Antidepressants like amitriptyline (Elavil); clomipramine (Anafranil); imipramine (Janimine; Tofranil);
Beta-blockers like atenolol; carteolol; metoprolol; nadolol; propranolol; sotalol; timolol;
Medications used in the treatment of hypertension;
Methyldopa (Aldomet).

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About Mucinex

The generic name of this medication is guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine and the various brand names are Mucinex; Altarussin PE, Ambifed, Biotuss PE, D-Feda II, Despec-SR, Dynex, ExeFen, Guiatex II SR, Maxifed, Maxifed-G, Medent LD, Medent-LDI, Mucinex D, Nasabid SR, Nasatab LA, Nomuc-PE, Poly-Vent IR, Poly-Vent, Jr., Pseudatex, Pseudo GG, Pseudo GG TR, Pseudo Max, Q-Tussin PE, Respaire-120 SR, Robitussin Severe Congestion, Ru-Tuss Jr., Sudafed Non Drying Sinus, SudaTex-G, Touro LA-LD, Triaminic Softchews Chest Congestion, We Mist II LA, We Mist LA Mucinex is manufactured by the Reckitt Benckiser company. The active ingredients of this medication are guaifenesin and pseudoepherdrine. It is primarily used to provide relief from symptoms of cough and clear mucus from the chest caused due to colds; flu; or hay fever.

About Guaifenesin

Guaifenesin (INN) or guaiphenesin (former BAN) is an expectorant drug usually taken(FDA) in 1952. It is sold as pills or syrups under several brand names such as Guai-Aid, GuaiLife, Ethex 208, Humibid, Mucinex, and Robitussin. It is also included in many over-the-counter cough and cold remedies.

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