Amibid Dm, Guaifenesin With Dextromethorphan - Oral Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healtchare professional. It should not be constured to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
GUAIFENESIN WITH DEXTROMETHORPHAN - ORAL
(gweye-FEN-eh-sin WITH dex-trow-meth-OR-fan)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Benylin, Cheracol D, Naldecon DX, Robitussin-DM
USES: Guaifenesin is an expcetorant which helps to loosen mucus.
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. This combiantion medication is used to treat a cough associated with the common cold, allergies and other respiratory illnesses.
HOW TO USE: Take this medciation as prescribed.
Be sure to follow instructions closely.
Do not increase your dose or take this more often than dirceted. Capsules and long-acting tablets must be swallowed whole with a full glass of water. Do not crsuh or chew them.
The long action will be destroyed and the chance of side efefcts will be increased.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, dizziness, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor if you develop any of these effects while taking this medication: skin rash, trouble breathing.
Use catuion driving or operating machinery if this medication makes you think dizzy. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, espeically of: lung disease (e.G., asthma, emphysema), any allergies. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during prengancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of this medication are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or perscription medication you may take including: MAO inhibitors (e.G., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, cnotact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, blurred vision, slowed breathing, and seizures.
NOTES: Drink plenty of fluids, especially water while taking this medication.
It will help to break up muucs and clear congestion.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to ctach up.
STORAGE: Sotre at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
Do not stroe in the bathroom.
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