GENERIC NAME: GUAIFENESIN/OXTRIPHYLLINE LIQUID - ORAL (gweye-FEN-eh-sin/ox-TRY-fill-in)
BRAND NAME(S): Brondelate, Theocon
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: Guaifenesin is an expectorant which helps to loosen mucus. Oxtriphylline widens breathing passages to make breathing easier. This combination medication is used to treat symptoms associated with asthma, emphysema, bronchitis and other lung disorders.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth as prescribed, usually four times a day at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night. Be sure to follow dosing instructions closely. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed. This medication is best taken with a full glass of water just before a meal or with a snack.
SIDE EFFECTS: Stomach upset, headache, dizziness, anxiety or trouble sleeping may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain (angina), a rapid pulse, skin rash, tremors, restlessness, nervousness, severe stomach pain, vomiting, breathing trouble. To avoid dizziness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: liver problems, heart disease, coronary artery disease, ulcers, any allergies. Limit your intake of alcoholic beverages. 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.
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