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Guaifenesin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Guaifenesin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Guaifenesin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Guaifenesin is used -
Is the use of Guaifenesin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Guaifenesin. It is best to stop taking Guaifenesin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Guaifenesin safe during breastfeeding?
Guaifenesin can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Guaifenesin on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Guaifenesin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Guaifenesin on the Liver?
Guaifenesin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Guaifenesin on the Heart?
Guaifenesin is completely safe for the heart.
Guaifenesin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Guaifenesin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Guaifenesin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Guaifenesin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Guaifenesin can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Guaifenesin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Guaifenesin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Guaifenesin
Taking Guaifenesin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Guaifenesin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Guaifenesin with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Guaifenesin
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 629-631