Codeine-Guaifenesin oral solution for relief of cough and mucus

Codeine-Guaifenesin is a combination cough medicine in oral solution form that temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation from colds or inhaled irritants. It also helps loosen and thin mucus in the airways to make coughs more productive.

This medicine is used in adults and children to:

• Temporarily relieve cough caused by minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold or inhaled irritants
• Help reduce coughing to assist with sleep
• Loosen and thin mucus in the bronchial passages to clear phlegm and make coughs more productive

Codeine phosphate 10 mg, Guaifenesin 100 mg per 5 mL

Codeine is an opioid that acts on the brain to suppress the cough reflex, reducing the urge to cough. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that helps loosen and thin bronchial mucus, making it easier to clear from the airways by coughing.

Adults and children 12 years and older: Take 2 teaspoons (10 mL) every 4 hours or as directed by a doctor. Do not exceed 6 doses in 24 hours.

Children 6 to under 12 years: Take 1 teaspoon (5 mL) every 4 hours or as directed by a doctor.

Children under 6 years: Consult a doctor before use.

Use a special measuring device for accurate dosing, especially in children under 6. Do not exceed the recommended dose to avoid serious side effects.

• A persistent cough may indicate a serious condition and should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.
• Do not use for coughs associated with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or chronic pulmonary disease without medical advice.
• Avoid using if the cough produces excessive mucus.
• Keep out of reach of children. Accidental overdose can be fatal; seek immediate medical help or contact Poison Control if overdose occurs.
• Use caution in children, especially when taking other medications.
• Use may cause or worsen constipation.
• Stop use and consult a doctor if symptoms persist beyond 7 days, worsen, or are accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache.
• If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a healthcare professional before use.

• Common side effects may include constipation.
• Serious side effects from higher than recommended doses, especially in children, include respiratory depression and other opioid-related adverse effects.

Use with other drugs in children should be done cautiously and only under medical supervision to avoid additive side effects.

If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before using this product.

In case of overdose, seek immediate medical help or contact a Poison Control Center. Overdose symptoms may include serious opioid toxicity.

Store at controlled room temperature between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F). Keep the bottle tightly closed and do not use if the tamper-evident foil seal under the cap is broken or missing.