Guaifenesin 100 mg/mL Oral Suspension
Guaifenesin 100 mg/mL Oral Suspension is an oral cough and cold medicine to help relieve symptoms of common cold and cough, such as chest congestion and mucus buildup. It helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive. It also helps reduce chest congestion, making it easier to breath.
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Formula Information
Guaifenesin 100 mg/mL Oral Suspension is an effective treatment option for the general symptoms of cough and cold due to its expectorant properties. It helps to reduce thick mucus and phlegm in the airways and throat, allowing the patient more easily to expel the mucus. It can also reduce the itchiness and irritation in the throat and nasal passages, caused by the coughing and sneezing, thereby helping to alleviate the discomfort and pain associated with these symptoms. This formulation is a safe, reliable and convenient option for treating general cough and cold symptoms, and it should be administered to the patient according to their doctor’s advice. If you have any questions regarding the use of this formulation, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
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Guaifenesin 100 mg/mL Oral Suspension is an oral cough and cold medicine to help relieve symptoms of common cold and cough, such as chest congestion and mucus buildup. It helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive. It also helps reduce chest congestion, making it easier to breath.
How Does it Work
Guaifenesin 100 mg/mL Oral Suspension is an expectorant often used to treat symptoms of a cold and/or cough. It works by loosening and thinning the mucus in the airway passages, allowing it to be expelled more easily. Guaifenesin also helps to clear congestion in the chest and throat, allowing more air to flow more easily. In addition, Guaifenesin can help to reduce coughing, allowing the patient to sleep more easily. The optimal dose for Guaifenesin is 2-4 teaspoons every four hours, however, this dosage may be adjusted according to the patient’s age and severity of symptoms. Side effects of this medication may include: nausea, vomiting, mild skin rash or itching, dizziness, headaches, confusion, ringing in the ears and drowsiness. Therefore, patients should use caution when operating machinery or driving after taking Guaifenesin. It is also important to note that Guaifenesin 100 mg/mL Oral Suspension should not be used for more than 7 days unless otherwise directed by the physician.
Other Uses
Guaifenesin 100 mg/mL oral suspension may be used for a variety of purposes beyond treating general cold and cough symptoms. The drug is an expectorant, and may be helpful in providing relief from chest congestion due to various illnesses such as pneumonia, bronchitis, or the flu. Guaifenesin may be used as a preventive measure to thin mucus secretions and reduce the risk of further irritation of the airways. Additionally, it is sometimes prescribed to stimulate the production of saliva and relieve throat dryness and difficulty swallowing. Based on the patient’s clinical presentation, guaifenesin may also be used to treat certain respiratory disorders, such as asthma. Furthermore, when used in combination with other medications, guaifenesin can be beneficial in providing relief from upper respiratory tract infections.
Formulas and/or material listed are not to be interpreted as a promise, guarantee or claim of therapeutic efficacy or safety. The information contained herein is not intended to replace or substitute for conventional medical care, or encourage its abandonment. Every patient is unique, and formulas should be adjusted to meet their individual needs.