Generic name: guaifenesin (oral route) [ gwye-FEN-e-sin ]
Drug class:Expectorants
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 13, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Allfen
- Altarussin
- Amibid LA
- Antitussin
- Bidex 400
- Diabetic Siltussin DAS-Na
- Diabetic Tussin EX
- Drituss G
- Guaifenex G
- Guaifenex LA
- Mucinex
- Robitussin
In Canada
- Balminil Expectorant
- Balminil Expectorant Sugar-Free
- Benylin-E
- Benylin E Extra Strength Chest Congestion
- Broncho-Grippex Expectorant
- Resyl
- Robitussin Extra Strength
Available Dosage Forms:
- Solution
- Syrup
- Liquid
- Tablet, Extended Release
- Tablet
Therapeutic Class: Expectorant
Uses for Robitussin Extra Strength
Guaifenesin is used to help clear mucus or phlegm (pronounced flem) from the chest when you have congestion from a cold or flu. It works by thinning the mucus or phlegm in the lungs.
This medicine is available both over-the-counter (OTC) and with your doctor's prescription.
Do not give any over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medicine to a baby or child under 4 years of age. Using these medicines in very young children might cause serious or possibly life-threatening side effects .
Before using Robitussin Extra Strength
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Although there is no specific information comparing use of guaifenesin in children...
