Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride Oral tablet

Brand Names: Pseudo Max, Demibid II, Guiadrine PSE 120, Tusscidin PE, Tenar PSE, Rymed, Zephrex, Triaminic Softchews Chest Congestion, Mucinex D Max Strength, Guiadrine PSE, See more brands »

Brand Names: Pseudo Max, Demibid II, Guiadrine PSE 120, Tusscidin PE, Tenar PSE, Rymed, Zephrex, Triaminic Softchews Chest Congestion, Mucinex D Max Strength, Guiadrine PSE, Levall G, Humibid GC, Touro, Guaivent PD, Touro LA, Ami-Tex PSE, We Mist II LA, Guiatex PSE, Guai-Vent/PSE, Guaifenex PSE 120, Tussin PE, Guaipax PSE, Pseudatex, Iotex PSE, Dynex, Guaifenex RX, Maxifed-G, Sudal SR, Pseudo GG, Sinutab Non Drying, Pseudocot-G, Stamoist E, Pseudo GG TR, Uni Tussin PE, Ambi 60/1000, Venbid TR, H 9600 SR, Mucinex D, V-Dec-M, Ambifed, Guiatuss PE, Guaibid D Pediatric, Maxifed, Sudal 60/500, Med-RX, Coldmist, Guaibid D, Sinutab, Ru Tuss DE, Cough Formula, Robichem PE, Medent LD, Sudafed Non Drying Sinus, Hi Tex PSE, Tusnel Pediatric, Guaifenex PSE 80, Coldmist LA, Guaifenex PSE 85, Guaifed, Nalex Jr., Guiadrine II SR, Miraphen PSE, Guiatex II, Mastussin PE, GP 500, Poly-Vent, Jr., Aquatab D, Guai Sudo, Guaifed-PSE, Guaimax-D, Respaire-120 SR, ExeFen, Robitussin PE, Coldmist Jr, Guaivent (Ethex), Deconsal L.A., Panmist JR, Decongest II, Zaptec PSE, Ambi 60/580, Sinufed Timecelles, Mytussin PE, Pseudovent 400, Ru-Tuss Jr., Nalex, Pseudovent Ped, Poly-Vent, G-Phed, Durasal II, Pseudo-G/PSI, Fenex-PSE, Biotuss PE, Guiatex II SR, Deco-D, Zephrex LA, Guiadrine II, Profen Forte, GFN 795/PSE 85, Guaifenex PSE 60, Guaifenesin-Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride SR, Guaifenex GP, Ambi 80/780, Medent-LDI, Guaitab, Entex PSE, Abletex-PSE, S-Pack, Nasatab LA, Robafen PE, Tuss-LA, Touro LA-LD, Sinufed, T-Tussin PE, Defen-LA, Syn-Rx, Nasabid, Q-Tussin PE, Poly-Vent IR, Iosal II, Versacaps, G-Phed- PD, Altarussin PE, Profen II, Respa-1st, SudaTex-G, Guaifenesin 600/PSE 120, Panmist LA, Medent, Desal II, Robitussin Severe Congestion, Ambifed-G, We Mist LA, Pseudovent, Anatuss LA, Nomuc-PE, D-Feda II, Eudal SR, Respaire-60 SR, Congestac, Degen II, Nasabid SR, Panmist-SSee fewer brands »

What is this medicine?

GUAIFENESIN; PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (gwye FEN e sin; soo doe e FED rin) is a decongestant, expectorant combination. It is used to provide relief from cough and congestion. This medicine will not treat an infection.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of the following conditions:

• blood vessel disease
• diabetes
• fever
• glaucoma
• heart disease or heart rhythm problems
• high blood pressure
• other chronic disease
• over active thyroid
• prostate trouble
• an unusual or allergic reaction to guaifenesin, pseudoephedrine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth with a full glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Do not crush or chew. Take your doses at regular times. Do not take more medicine than directed.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 2 years old for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Patients over 60 years old may have a stronger reaction to this medicine and need smaller doses.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

• bromocriptine
• cocaine
• ergot alkaloids like dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, ergotamine, methylergonovine
• MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

• digoxin
• indomethacin
• mecamylamine
• medicines for blood pressure
• medicines for colds or allergies
• medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
• medicines for sleep
• methyldopa
• reserpine
• some herbal or nutritional supplements
• some medicines for Parkinson's disease
• stimulant medicines for attention disorders, weight loss, or to stay awake

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve within 5 days or if they get worse. If you have trouble falling asleep at night, take the last dose of the day at least a few hours before bedtime.

Drink water as instructed while you are taking this medicine to help loosen mucus.

Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.

This medicine may cause dry eyes and blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses you may feel some discomfort. Lubricating drops may help. See your eye doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• confusion
• difficulty passing urine
• fast or irregular heartbeat
• hallucinations
• high blood pressure
• seizure
• tremor
• trouble breathing

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• anxiety, excitement, irritability, nervousness
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• headache
• loss of appetite
• stomach upset, nausea

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from heat and moisture. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

NOTE:This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.