Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each 5 mL tsp)
Guaifenesin 100 mg (Expectorant)
Uses
helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
Warnings
Ask a doctor before use if the child has
• cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
• persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma
Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious illness.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
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do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period |
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to find right dose, use rotating bottle label to dose by weight; otherwise, use chart below to dose by age
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specifically designed for use with enclosed dosing spoon. Use only enclosed dosing spoon to dose this product. Do not use any other dosing device |
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children 6 years to
under 12 years |
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5 mL to 10 mL or
1-2 teaspoonfuls
every 4 hours |
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children 4 years to
under 6 years |
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2.5 mL to 5 mL or
1/2-1 teaspoonful
every 4 hours |
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children under 4 years |
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do not use |
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Other information
• tamper evident: do not use if foil seal under bottle cap is broken or missing.
• store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
caramel powder, citric acid, corn syrup, FD&C red no. 40, glycerin, menthol, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium saccharin.
