What Alternate Names Are There For Albatussin Ex? Numobid
How is Albatussin Ex (Guaifenesin-Oral) Pronounced? gweye-FEN-eh-sin
Who is the Manufacturer of Albatussin Ex? Alba Pharm
What is Albatussin Ex Used For? Albatussin Ex is used to relieve a dry cough and helps to loosen phlegm and mucous in the lungs so you can cough-up (expectorate) mucous.
How To Use Albatussin Ex
Take each dose of Albatussin Ex with a full glass of water. Water will also help break-up the mucous and clear congestion. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Albatussin Ex, unless your doctor instructs you otherwise. Do not take Albatussin Ex for a chronic, persistent cough such as occurs with smoking or asthma unless directed by your doctor. If the cough lasts for more than one week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, headache or rash, consult your doctor.
Albatussin Ex Side Effects
Albatussin Ex may cause stomach upset or rash. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Albatussin Ex Precautions
If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using Albatussin Ex: breathing problems such as emphysema/chronic bronchitis/asthma, smoking, any allergies. Albatussin Ex should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if Albatussin Ex is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Albatussin Ex Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all the medicines you may use, (both prescription and nonprescription), especially: other cough-and-cold medicines. Guaifenesin may affect the results of certain lab tests. Be sure your caregivers are aware you use Albatussin Ex before lab tests are performed. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Albatussin Ex Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, and unusually slow heartbeat.
Missed Albatussin Ex Dose
If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Albatussin Ex Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Do not freeze liquid forms of Albatussin Ex. Do not store syrup in the refrigerator.
