Guaifenesin and Phenylephrine HCl
Brand names: Deconex IR, DRx Choice Childrens Stuffy Nose and Chest Congestion
Warnings
Warnings Do not use in a child who is 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 child’s prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product.
Uses
Uses ▪ helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive ▪ temporarily relieves: ▪ nasal congestion due to a cold ▪ stuffy nose
Dosage forms & strengths
Directions ▪ do not give more than 6 doses in any 24 hour period ▪ measure only with dosing cup provided ▪ do not use dosing cup with other products ▪ dose as follows or as directed by a doctor Age Dose Children 6 years to under 12 years 10 mL every 4 hours Children 4 years to under 6 years 5 mL every 4 hours Children under 4 years do not use
Ingredients
Drug Facts Active ingredients (in each 5 mL) Guaifenesin, USP 100 mg Phenylephrine HCl, USP 2.5 mg
Inactive ingredients anhydrous citric acid, edetate disodium, flavors, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate dihydrate, sorbitol solution, sucralose, xanthan gum.