Jay-Phyl
Generic name:dyphylline and guaifenesin [ DYE-fil-een-and-gwye-FEN-e-sin ]
Brand names: Difil-G Forte, Jay-Phyl
Drug class:Antiasthmatic combinations
The Jay-Phyl brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Jay-Phyl?
Dyphylline is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing muscles in the airways to improve breathing.
Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.
Jay-Phyl is a combination medicine used to treat cough and breathing problems caused by conditions such as bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema.
This medication is not a rescue medication for asthma or bronchitis, and is not a cure for emphysema.
Jay-Phyl may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Jay-Phyl should not be given to a child younger than 6 years old.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Jay-Phyl if you are allergic to dyphylline or guaifenesin. This medication will not treat an asthma attack.
To make sure Jay-Phyl is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
heart disease or a history of heart attack;
liver or kidney disease;
overactive thyroid;
a stomach ulcer; or
if you use a beta-blocker medicine (atenolol, bisoprolol, carvedilol, metoprolol, propranolol, sotalol, and many others).
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Jay-Phyl will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
Dyphylline and guaifenesin can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Jay-Phyl should not be given to a child younger than...
