OTC Medication Information: Mucinex
MUCINEX- guaifenesin tablet, extended release
Proficient Rx LP
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each extended-release bi-layer tablet)
Guaifenesin 600 mg
Purpose
Expectorant
Uses
helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
Warnings
Do not use
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- for children under 12 years of age
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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- persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
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- cough accompanied by too much phlegm (mucus)
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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- cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious illness.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
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- do not crush, chew, or break tablet
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- take with a full glass of water
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- this product can be administered without regard for the timing of meals
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- adults and children 12 years of age and over: 1 or 2 tablets every 12 hours. Do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours.
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- children under 12 years of age: do not use
Other information
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- Tamper evident: Do not use if carton is open or if printed seal on blister is broken or missing.
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- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
carbomer homopolymer type B; FD&C blue #1 aluminum lake; hypromellose, USP; magnesium stearate, NF; microcrystalline cellulose, NF; sodium starch glycolate, NF
Questions?
1-866-MUCINEX (1-866-682-4639)
You may also report side effects to this phone number.
Dist. by: Reckitt Benckiser
Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224
Relabeled by: Proficient Rx LP
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
Made in England
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL — 40 Tablet Carton
NDC 63187-954-20
Mucinex ®
600 mg guaifenesin
extended-release bi-layer tablets
EXPECTORANT
12
HOUR
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- Relieves Chest Congestion
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- Thins and Loosens Mucus
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- Immediate and Extended Release
20
EXTENDED-RELEASE
BI-LAYER TABLETS
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| Labeler — Proficient Rx LP (079196022) |
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| Name | Address | ID/FEI | Operations |
| Proficient Rx LP | 079196022 | RELABEL (63187-954) | |
Revised: 01/2021 Proficient Rx LP
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