GUAIFENESIN/CODEINE/AMMONIUM CHLORIDE-ORAL
GENERIC NAME: GUAIFENESIN/CODEINE/AMMONIUM CHLORIDE - ORAL (gweye-FEN-eh-sin/KO-deen/uh-MOH-nee-um KLOR-ide)
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This combination medication is an expectorant and cough suppressant used to control a cough associated with a cold or other respiratory illnesses.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth as prescribed usually every 4 to 6 hours but no more than 4 times in a one day period. This medication is best taken with a full glass of water after a meal or snack. Take this medication as prescribed. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed. Long-term or excessive use of this medication may lead to dependency.
SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, loss of appetite, constipation, nausea or anxiety may occur. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. To avoid dizziness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects. Notify your doctor if you develop: slow pulse, mental confusion, mood changes, skin rash, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: heart problems, lung disease (e.g., asthma, emphysema), depression, constipation, history of drug dependency, allergies (especially to narcotic pain medications). Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness if this medication causes you to feel drowsy. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of this medication are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including: antidepressants, sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping pills, cimetidine. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea and vomiting, slowed breathing, drowsiness, deep sleep or loss of consciousness, cold and clammy skin, dry mouth, slow pulse, confusion, or disorientation.
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