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Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, and Phenylephrine

OTC Oral RxCUI 1091331
Contents

Overview

Active ingredient
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride
Established class
Expectorant
Physiologic effect
Decreased Respiratory Secretion Viscosity; Increased Respiratory Secretions
Route
Oral
Label date
2025-11-07

Indications and usage

Uses

  • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes
  • temporarily relieves these symptoms occurring with a cold:
  • nasal congestion
  • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation

Purpose

s Cough suppressant Expectorant Nasal decongestant

Dosage and administration

Directions

  • do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period.
  • mL = milliliter age dose Adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 teaspoon (5 mL) every 4 hours Children under 12 years of age do not use

Warnings

  • Do not use if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. Ask a doctor before use if you have
  • diabetes
  • heart disease
  • thyroid disease
  • high blood pressure
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
  • cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema. When using this product, do not use more than directed. Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • you get nervous, dizzy, or sleepless
  • symptoms do not get better within 7 days or are accompanied by fever
  • cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Active ingredient (label)

Drug Facts

s (in each 5 mL, 1 teaspoon) Dextromethorphan HBr, 20 mg Guaifenesin, 400 mg Phenylephrine HCl, 10 mg

Inactive ingredients

s artificial flavor, citric acid, glycerin, menthol, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate, sucralose

Storage and handling

Other information

  • Tamper evident feature: Do not use if printed security seal is torn, broken or missing
  • Store at controlled room temperature 15-30°C (59-86°F)
  • Avoid excessive heat or humidity

Keep out of reach of children

of children. In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.