Expectorant
Mucinex
The FDA lists this product in 2 strengths and forms.
Indications
Uses helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
Warnings and precautions
Warnings Do not use for children under 12 years of age Ask a doctor before use if you have persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema cough accompanied by too much phlegm (mucus) Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious illness. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Composition
- Active ingredients
- GUAIFENESIN 600MG
Strengths and forms
The FDA lists each strength of a product separately; these pages share one label.
- GUAIFENESIN 600MG · Tablet, extended releaseThis page
- GUAIFENESIN 1.2GM · Tablet, extended releaseNDA021282-002 · Over the counter
Official product information
Drugs@FDA lists the approved labels, letters and reviews for application NDA021282.