Guaifenesin 1200 mg (Mucus Relief 1200 mg Extended Release Caplets 1)
This is a drug information sheet for a medication called Mucinex, which contains Guaifenesin, an expectorant used to loosen phlegm and make coughs more productive. It is meant for adults and children 12 years of age and over and should be taken with plenty of water. The recommended dosage is one tablet every 12 hours, not to exceed two tablets in 24 hours. The drug should not be used for children under 12 years of age. If cough persists for more than seven days, or comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache, stop use and consult a doctor. Other information included in the sheet is the warning against using the drug if pregnant or breastfeeding, asking for medical advice before use, and keeping the medication out of the reach of children.*
