Mucinex Tablet, Extended Release
FDA Label NDC 17856-0008

Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions

Structured Product Label

The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Atlantic Biologicas Corp. for the product Mucinex (NDC 17856-0008). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.

This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding other, active ingredient (in each extended-release bi-layer tablet), purpose, uses, do not use, ask a doctor before use if you have, stop use and ask a doctor if, otc - pregnancy or breast feeding, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.

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Drug Facts

Dist. by: Reckitt Benckiser Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224

Active Ingredient (In Each Extended-Release Bi-Layer Tablet)

Guaifenesin 600 mg

Purpose

Expectorant

Uses

helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive

Do Not Use

  • for children under 12 years of age

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have

  • persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
  • cough accompanied by too much phlegm (mucus)

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If

  • cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious illness.

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding

ask a health professional before use. If pregnant or breast-feeding,

Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Keep out of reach of children.

Directions

  • do not crush, chew, or break tablet
  • take with a full glass of water
  • this product can be administered without regard for the timing of meals
  • adults and children 12 years of age and over: 1 or 2 tablets every 12 hours. Do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours.
  • children under 12 years of age: do not use

Other Information

  • tamper evident: do not use if carton is open or if printed seal on blister is broken or missing
  • store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Inactive Ingredients

carbomer homopolymer type B; FD&C blue #1 aluminum lake; hypromellose, USP; magnesium stearate, NF; microcrystalline cellulose, NF; sodium starch glycolate, NF

Questions?

1-866-MUCINEX (1-866-682-4639)

You may also report side effects to this phone number.

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