MucaphEd

Generic name: Guaifenesin And Phenylephrine
Drug class: Upper respiratory combinations

Usage of MucaphEd

MucaphEd is a combination medicine used in adults and children to treat allergy symptoms such as runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, itching of nose and throat, cough with mucus, sinus pain, and to reduce chest congestion caused by the common cold, hay fever, or other allergies.

There are many brands and forms of guaifenesin and phenylephrine available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

MucaphEd may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

MucaphEd side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

MucaphEd may cause serious side effects. Stop using MucaphEd and call your doctor at once if you have:

nervousness, dizziness, sleep problems (insomnia).

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking MucaphEd

Do not use MucaphEd if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine. Wait at least 14 days after stopping an MAO inhibitor before you take this medicine.

Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had:

high blood pressure;

heart disease;

diabetes;

a thyroid disorder;

urination problems due to an enlarged prostate; or

cough with mucus or chronic cough cause by smoking, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or other breathing disorder.

Ask your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

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How to use MucaphEd

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Cold or cough medicine is only for short-term use.

Follow all directions when giving MucaphEd to a child. Do not use the medicine to make a child sleepy. Misuse of this medicine may cause death in very young children.

Measure liquid medicine with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Take the tablet with a full glass of water.

Your dose needs may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid medication errors by using exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Taking more than your recommended dose will not make this medicine more effective, and may cause serious side effects.

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or get worse after 7 days, or if you also have a fever, rash, or headaches.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Warnings

Taking more than your recommended dose will not make MucaphEd more effective, and may cause serious side effects.

What other drugs will affect MucaphEd

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicines that can cause drowsiness (such as opioid medication, sleep medicine, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures). Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed here.

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