GENERIC NAME: GUAIFENESIN WITH DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX- ORAL SUSPENSION SR (gweye-FEN-eh-sin WITH dex-trow-meth-OR-fan poly-STYE-ricks)
BRAND NAME(S): Atuss-12 DX
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This combination medication is used to treat a cough associated with the common cold, allergies and other respiratory illnesses. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that helps to loosen mucus while dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant.
HOW TO USE: Shake the bottle well before each dose. Measure out the prescribed dose carefully using a measuring device. Take this medication by mouth every 12 hours or as directed by your doctor. If stomach upset occurs, take with food. Be sure to follow the instructions closely. Do not increase your dose or take more often than directed. Drink plenty of fluids, especially water, while taking this medication. Fluids will help to break up mucus and clear congestion. Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to this medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Notify your doctor if you develop any of these effects while taking this medication: skin rash, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking guaifenesin with dextromethorphan, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: lung disease (e.g., asthma, emphysema), high blood pressure. This drug may make you drowsy or dizzy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Breast-feeding is not recommended while using this drug. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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