Guaifenesin (Glyceryl Guaiacolale)(gwye fen’ e sin)
Allfen, Altarussin, Diabetic Tussin, Ganidin NR, Guiatuss, Liquibid, MucinexDNC, Naldecon Senior Ex, Organidin NR, Robitussin, Scot-Tussin Expectorant, Siltussin DAS, Siltussin SA
PREGNANCY CATEGORY C
Drug class
Expectorant
Therapeutic Actions
Enhances the output of respiratory tract fluid by reducing adhesiveness and surface tension, facilitating the removal of viscous mucus.
Indications
Symptomatic relief of respiratory conditions characterized by dry, nonproductive cough and when there is mucus in the respiratory tract
Contraindications and Cautions
Contraindicated with allergy to guaifenesin.
Use cautiously with pregnancy, lactation, and persistent coughs.
Available Forms
Syrup—100 mg/5 mL; liquid—100, 200 mg/5 mL; capsules—200 mg; tablets—100, 200, 400 mg; ER tabletsDNC—600, 1,200 mg; granules—50, 100 mg per packet
