COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT

Drug Name: COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT

COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT DESCRIPTION:
GUAIFENESIN WITH DEXTROMETHORPHAN - ORAL (gweye-FEN-eh-sin WITH dex-trow-meth-OR-fan)

COMMON COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT BRAND NAME(S):
Benylin, Cheracol D, Naldecon DX, Robitussin-DM

COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT SIDE EFFECTS:
Headache, dizziness, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting 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 any of these effects while taking COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT: skin rash, trouble breathing. Use caution driving or operating machinery if COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT makes you feel dizzy. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT:
COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT: Take COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT as prescribed. Be sure to follow instructions closely. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed. Capsules and long-acting tablets must be swallowed whole with a full glass of water. Do not crush or chew them. The long action will be destroyed and the chance of side effects will be increased.

COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT USES:
Guaifenesin is an expectorant which helps to loosen mucus. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. This combination medication is used to treat a cough associated with the common cold, allergies and other respiratory illnesses.

COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: lung disease (e.g., asthma, emphysema), any allergies. COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, blurred vision, slowed breathing, and seizures.

COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT NOTES:
Drink plenty of fluids, especially water while taking this medication. It will help to break up mucus and clear congestion.

MISSED COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

COUGH SUPPRESSANT/EXPECTORANT STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.