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Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin

Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin is used for:

Temporarily relieving cough due to the common cold, upper respiratory tract infections, sinus inflammation, sore throat, or bronchitis.

Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin is a combination of an expectorant (guaifenesin) and a cough suppressant (dextromethorphan). It works by loosening mucus and lung secretions in the chest and making coughs more productive.

Do NOT use Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin
• you have taken furazolidone or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (eg, phenelzine) within the last 14 days
• you are taking a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) (eg, fluoxetine)

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin :

Some medical conditions may interact with Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin . Tell your health care provider if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have a history of chronic cough, lung problems (eg, chronic bronchitis, emphysema), asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or if your cough occurs with large amounts of mucus

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Furazolidone, MAOIs (eg, phenelzine), or SSRIs (eg, fluoxetine) because the risk of toxic side effects may be increased by Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin :

Use Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
• To help this medicine work, drink plenty of extra fluids while taking Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin , unless your health care provider instructed otherwise.
• If you miss a dose of Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin and you are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin .

Important safety information:

• Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
• If your cough lasts for more than 1 week or comes back, or if you also have a fever, rash, or persistent headache, contact your health care provider. A persistent cough could be a sign of a serious condition.
• Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin has dextromethorphan in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has dextromethorphan in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
• Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 2 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin while you are pregnant. It is not known if Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin .

Possible side effects of Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Dizziness; drowsiness; stomach upset.

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

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include confusion; excitement; hallucinations; slowed breathing.

Store Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.