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Generic Name: guaifenesin

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Guiatuss, Sorbutuss, Guaiatussin, Mucinex Kids' Mini-Melts, Tussin Expectorant, Fenex-LA, Liquibid, Liquidbid LA, Fenesin, Bidex, GG-Cen, Diabetic Tuss, Buckley's Chest Congestion, Amibid LA, Muco-Fen LA, Mastussin, Tussin, Xpect, Scot-Tussin, Guiadrine G-1200, Diabetic Expectorant, Mytussin, Duratuss G, Hytuss, Sinumist, Anti-Tuss, Altarussin, Guaifenesin LA, Altorant, Guaifenex G, Mucobid-L.A., Touro, Humigen LA, Guaifenex LA, Q-Bid LA, Phanasin, Guiacough, Iophen NR, Ri-Tussin, Ganidin NR, Respa-GF, Organ-1 NR, Humibid e, Halotussin, Lotussin, Tusscidin, Organidin NR, Children's Mucus Relief, Guaifen NR, Humavent LA, Mucinex Junior Strength Mini-Melts, GG 200 NR, Humibid, Muco-Fen 1200, Robitussin, Naldecon-EX Senior, Q-Tussin, G Bid, Mucinex Childrens Mini-Melts, Muco-Fen 800, Robichem, Muco-Fen, Iofen-NF, Guaifenesin ER, Iofen, Siltussin DAS-NA, Pneumomist, Humibid Pediatric, Triaminic Chest Congestion, Gua-SR, T-Tussin, Siltussin, Mucinex, Robitussin Chest Congestion, Glytuss, MucusRelief, Allfen, Guaibid-LA, Genatuss, Fenesin IR, Breonesin, Robafen, Siltuss DAS, Mucinex Childrens, Liquidbid 1200, Aquamist, Iodrol NR, Drituss G, Mucobid, Mucinex Max Strength, Touro EX
An expectorant - It helps to thin mucous and make coughs more productive
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guaifenesin
(gwye FEN e sin)
What is this medicine?What is the price of this medication and similar alternatives?What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?How should I use this medicine?What if I miss a dose?What may interact with this medicine?Who should NOT use this medication?What should I watch for while using this medicine?What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?Can I stop taking the medication if I feel better?I am on so many medications; do I have to take them all?Where can I get more information?

What is this medicine?
GUAIFENESIN (gwye FEN e sin) is an expectorant. It helps to thin mucous and make coughs more productive. This medicine is used to treat coughs caused by colds or the flu. It is not intended to treat chronic cough caused by smoking, asthma, emphysema, or heart failure.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

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What is the price of this medication and similar alternatives?

This pricing information is subject to change at the sole discretion of DS Pharmacy. This pricing information was updated 09/2009. For the most current and up-to-date pricing information, please visit www.drugstore.com. Actual costs to patients will vary depending on the use of specific retail or mail-order locations and health insurance copays.

Aquatab DM 28-835MG 12-hr Tablets DESTON THERAPEUTICS100/$245.51 or 300/$692.91
Bidex-DM 30-800MG 12-hr Tablets STEWART JACKSON30/$29.99 or 90/$81.97
Donatussin Pediatric 1-20-2MG/ML Solution LASER PHARMACEUTICALS30/$8.99 or 90/$19.97
Duraphen 1000 30-1000MG 12-hr Tablets KOWA PHARMACEUTICALS AMERICA100/$99.99 or 300/$271.86
Duraphen Forte 30-30-1200MG 12-hr Tablets KOWA PHARMACEUTICALS AMERICA100/$132.57 or 300/$375.84
Duraphen II DM 20-20-800MG 12-hr Tablets KOWA PHARMACEUTICALS AMERICA30/$41.76 or 90/$125.02
Duratuss DM 25-225MG/5ML Elixir VICTORY PHARMA473/$145.78 or 1419/$424.42
Duratuss GP 25-1200MG 12-hr Tablets VICTORY PHARMA30/$59.99 or 90/$159.99
GFN 1200/DM 60 1200-60MG 12-hr Tablets CYPRESS PHARMACEUTICAL30/$24.99 or 90/$65.97
Guaifenesin 200MG Tablets MAJOR PHARMACEUTICALS90/$17.99 or 180/$35.98
Guaifenesin-DM 100-10MG/5ML Liquid MORTON GROVE PHARMACEUTICALS240/$17.26 or 720/$45.65
Guaphen Forte 30-30-1200MG 12-hr Tablets RIVER'S EDGE PHARMACEUTICALS30/$31.52 or 90/$85.1
Medent LD 60-800MG 12-hr Tablets STEWART JACKSON30/$26.99 or 90/$72.97
Mucinex 600MG 12-hr Tablets RECKITT BENCKISER20/$18.8 or 40/$27.15
Naldecon Senior EX 200MG/5ML Syrup APOTHECON118/$8.99 or 354/$20.96
Nucofed Expectorant 60-20-200MG/5ML Syrup MONARCH PHARMACEUTICALS473/$93.23 or 1419/$279.69
Organidin NR 100MG/5ML Liquid MEDA PHARMACEUTICALS120/$56.09 or 360/$159.12
Organidin NR 200MG Tablets MEDA PHARMACEUTICALS30/$27.47 or 90/$75.53
PanMist DM 48-32-595MG 12-hr Tablets PAM LABORATORIES30/$16.83 or 90/$48.9
PSE-GG CR 120-250MG Controlled-release Capsules URL20/$18.99 or 60/$32.97
Pseudoephedrine-Guaifenesin 90-800MG 12-hr Tablets URL30/$19.99 or 90/$42.97
Quibron 90-150MG Capsules MONARCH PHARMACEUTICALS30/$21.83 or 90/$59.26
Sitrex 30-1200MG 12-hr Tablets VINDEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.30/$19.94 or 90/$58.76
Touro DM 30-575MG 12-hr Tablets DARTMOUTH100/$115.99 or 300/$315.96

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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

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

  • dizziness
  • headache
  • stomach upset

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.

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How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure your dose. Household spoons are not accurate. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

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.

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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.

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What may interact with this medicine?
Interactions are not expected.

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.

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Who should NOT use this medication?

  • Known hypersensitivity to guaifenesin.

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What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Do not treat a cough for more than 1 week without consulting your doctor or health care professional. If you also have a high fever, skin rash, continuing headache, or sore throat, see your doctor.

For best results, drink 6 to 8 glasses water daily while you are taking this medicine.

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What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

  • diabetes
  • fever
  • kidney disease
  • an unusual or allergic reaction to guaifenesin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
  • pregnant or trying to get pregnant
  • breast-feeding

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Can I stop taking the medication if I feel better?
As a general rule, you should always take your medications exactly as prescribed and do not change the dosage or stop taking the medication without first discussing it with your healthcare provider.

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I am on so many medications; do I have to take them all?
This is called polypharmacy—many different medications being used at the same time by one person. Sometimes, being on multiple medications is acceptable and appropriate but at other times it may be problematic. If you are receiving your medications from multiple physicians you need to ensure that they all know what medications you are taking. The best way to do this is to make a list of all the medications you are currently using, including all nutritional supplements, homeopathic remedies, vitamins and over-the-counter drugs (if possible, also include all the diseases you have been diagnosed with). Give a copy to every doctor who takes care of you so they have it on file, this way they can avoid duplicating medications and perhaps even try to consolidate some. After every doctor's visit remember to update the list accordingly. Also, as much as you possibly can, try to use the same pharmacy to fill all your prescriptions, this way any potential drug interactions can be caught and averted.

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Where can I get more information?
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