Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Guaifenesin 50mg, phenylephrine HCl 2.5mg; per 5mL; liq; alcohol-free; tropical-flavored; contains sodium 3mg/5mL.
Pharmacological Class
Expectorant + sympathomimetic.
How Supplied
Liq—4oz
Manufacturer
Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Indications
Indications
Cough and nasal congestion.
Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Dosage and Administration
Children
<4yrs: do not use. 4–6yrs: 5mL. 6–12yrs: 10mL. Repeat every 4 hours as needed; max 6 doses/24 hours.
Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Contraindications
Contraindications
Children <4yrs old. During or within 14 days of MAOIs.
Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Hypertension. Cardiovascular disease. Thyroid disease. Diabetes. Asthma. Lower respiratory disorders.
Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Interactions
Interactions
See Contraindications. Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs. β-blockers may increase pressor effects of sympathomimetics. Antihypertensives antagonized.
Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Nervousness, dizziness, insomnia.
Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Clinical Trials
See Literature
Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Note
Not Applicable
Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Patient Counseling
See Literature