Mucinex Expectorant

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  • Manufactured by: Reckitt Benckiser
  • Contains / Salt: Guaifenesin (100 mg) + Ambroxol (15 mg)

Mucinex Expectorant

100 ml Syrup in 1 Bottle
₹ 59
100 ML SYRUP | 1 Bottle
₹ 59
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  • Manufactured by: Reckitt Benckiser
  • Contains / Salt: Guaifenesin (100 mg) + Ambroxol (15 mg)
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Mucinex Expectorant Information

Mucinex Expectorant is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Cough are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Mucinex Expectorant have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Mucinex Expectorant depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mucinex Expectorant as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Mucinex Expectorant normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mucinex Expectorant is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Mucinex Expectorant related warnings talks about Mucinex Expectorant's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Mucinex Expectorant is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Smoking Addiction as it can result in adverse effects.

Drug interactions for Mucinex Expectorant have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Mucinex Expectorant is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Mucinex Expectorant Benefits & Uses

Mucinex Expectorant is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Mucinex Expectorant Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: Cough
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 hourly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Cough
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 hourly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Cough
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 hourly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Cough
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 hourly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Mucinex Expectorant Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Mucinex Expectorant safe for pregnant women?


    Mucinex can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Mucinex, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Mucinex Expectorant safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Mucinex. If you see any side effects, stop taking Mucinex immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Mucinex again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Mucinex Expectorant on the Kidneys?


    Using Mucinex does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Mucinex Expectorant on the Liver?


    There are no any side effects of Mucinex on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Mucinex Expectorant on the Heart?


    You can take Mucinex without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Mucinex Expectorant with Other Drugs

Mucinex Expectorant should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -



Mucinex Expectorant Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mucinex Expectorant unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Mucinex Expectorant

  • Is this Mucinex Expectorant habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Mucinex Expectorant has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Mucinex Expectorant as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Mucinex Expectorant only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Mucinex Expectorant cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Mucinex Expectorant Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Mucinex Expectorant


    It is safe to take Mucinex Expectorant with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Mucinex Expectorant


    Information about the interaction of Mucinex Expectorant and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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