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Children’s Mucinex Cough Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Dextromethorphan HBr 5mg, guaifenesin 100mg; per 5mL; cherry flavor; alcohol-free; contains sodium 3mg.
Pharmacological Class
Antitussive + expectorant.
How Supplied
DM—20, 40; Max Strength—14, 28; Pkts—12; Soln—4oz
Manufacturer
Children’s Mucinex Cough Indications
Indications
Chest congestion. Cough.
Children’s Mucinex Cough Dosage and Administration
Adult
Not applicable.
Children
<4yrs: do not use. 4–5yrs: 2.5–5mL every 4 hours. 6–11yrs: 5–10mL every 4 hours. Max 6 doses/day.
Children’s Mucinex Cough Contraindications
Contraindications
During or within 14 days of MAOIs.
Children’s Mucinex Cough Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Children’s Mucinex Cough Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Asthma. Lower respiratory disorders. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers. Mini-Melts: Renal disease. Magnesium-restricted diet.
Children’s Mucinex Cough Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Children’s Mucinex Cough Interactions
Interactions
Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs (see Contraindications).
Children’s Mucinex Cough Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
GI upset, drowsiness, headache, rash.
Children’s Mucinex Cough Clinical Trials
See Literature
Children’s Mucinex Cough Note
Not Applicable
Children’s Mucinex Cough Patient Counseling
See Literature
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