Entex T

Generic name:guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine [ gwye-FEN-e-sin, SOO-doe-ee-FED-rin ]
Drug class:Upper respiratory combinations

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 12, 2022.

What is Entex T?

Entex T contains a combination of guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine. Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

Entex T tablets are used to treat stuffy nose and sinus congestion, and to reduce chest congestion caused by the common cold, flu, hay fever, or upper respiratory allergies (allergic rhinitis).

Warnings

Do not give Entex T to a child younger than 6 years old. Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Entex T if you are allergic to guaifenesin or pseudoephedrine.

Do not use Entex T if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take Entex T if you have:

• high blood pressure, heart disease, coronary artery disease;

• diabetes;

• circulation problems;

• glaucoma;

• overactive thyroid; or

• enlarged prostate or problems with urination.

It is not known if guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine may be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use Entex T without medical advice if you are pregnant.

Guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine may pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Decongestants may also slow breast milk production. Do not use this medicine without medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Artificially sweetened liquid medicine may contain phenylalanine. Check the medication label if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).

How should I take Entex T?

Use Entex T tablets exactly as directed on the ...