Mucinex

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  • Cough and cold

Mucinex Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Guaifenesin 600mg; ext-rel tabs; gluten- and sugar-free.

Pharmacological Class

Expectorant.

How Supplied

Tabs 600mg—20, 40, 100, 500; Max Strength—14, 28; Pkts—12; Soln—4oz

Manufacturer

Generic Availability

Tabs 600mg, Max Strength (YES); Pkts, Soln (NO)

Mucinex Indications

Indications

Chest congestion.

Mucinex Dosage and Administration

Adult

Swallow whole. 1–2 tabs every 12 hours. Max: 4 tabs/day.

Children

Not recommended.

Mucinex Contraindications

Not Applicable

Mucinex Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Mucinex Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Asthma. Lower respiratory disorders. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers. Mini-Melts: Renal disease. Magnesium-restricted diet.

Mucinex Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Mucinex Interactions

Not Applicable

Mucinex Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

GI upset, drowsiness, headache, rash.

Mucinex Clinical Trials

See Literature

Mucinex Note

Not Applicable

Mucinex Patient Counseling

See Literature

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