Hydrocodone Bitartrate 1 mg/mL / Guaifenesin 20 mg/mL Oral Suspension
Hydrocodone Bitartrate 1 mg/mL/Guaifenesin 20 mg/mL Oral Suspension is an opioid medication and antitussive combination used to treat general cough/cold symptoms such as chest congestion, productive coughing, and chest tightness. It works by reducing the activity of the cough reflex.
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Formula Information
Hydrocodone Bitartrate 1 mg/mL combined with Guaifenesin 20 mg/mL Oral Suspension is an excellent option for treating general cough and cold symptoms. This formulation has been shown to be a safe and effective combination for relieving pain and reducing coughing due to colds. Additionally, it can reduce airway congestion and help improve breathing due to colds. As a doctor, you can be assured that this formulation of Hydrocodone Bitartrate 1 mg/mL and Guaifenesin 20 mg/mL Oral Suspension is a reliable and proven medication for treating your patients with general cold and cough symptoms. If you have any questions about this particular formulation, please don't hesitate to reach out for more information.
Drug Interactions
Hydrocodone Bitartrate 1 mg/mL/Guaifenesin 20 mg/mL Oral Suspension is an opioid medication and antitussive combination used to treat general cough/cold symptoms such as chest congestion, productive coughing, and chest tightness. It works by reducing the activity of the cough reflex.
How Does it Work
Hydrocodone Bitartrate 1 mg/mL / Guaifenesin 20 mg/mL Oral Suspension is an effective treatment for general cough and cold symptoms. The hydrocodone bitartrate is an opioid agonist analgesic which works to suppress the central nervous system and inhibit transmission of pain signals in the body. The guaifenesin works to increase the quantity and decrease the viscosity of mucus in the respiratory tract of the patient, aiding in the removal of mucus and relieving congestion. This combination of ingredients helps to alleviate the symptoms of coughs and colds, relieving pain, reducing congestion and suppressing coughs. The oral suspension formulation allows for quick absorption of the medication into the bloodstream, providing the patient with rapid relief from their symptoms. The oral suspension can also be administered in a variety of dosage forms which allows for flexibility in dosing and makes it ideal for use in pediatric patients.
Other Uses
Compounded Hydrocodone Bitartrate 1 mg/mL / Guaifenesin 20 mg/mL Oral Suspension can be used to effectively reduce musculoskeletal pain, as well as inflammation, associated with certain conditions such as acute strains, sprains, and moderate to severe pain due to rheumatic conditions. This formulation can also be used to treat tension headaches, mild pain associated with dental procedures, and other types of minor to moderate pain, making it an effective analgesic agent for treating a range of common pain presentations. As a cough suppressant, this compounded formulation can also be used to control cough associated with the common cold, bronchitis, asthma, and other upper respiratory tract conditions.
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.