Guaifenesin + Dextromethorphan + Menthol
Indications
Guaifenesin + Dextromethorphan + Menthol is used to treat chest congestion, cough and sore throat.
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It loosens congestion in the chest and throat, so it's easier to cough out through the mouth. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant, and it works on the signals in the brain that trigger the cough reflex. Menthol is an organic compound that is made synthetically or obtained from corn mint, peppermint or other mint oils. It has local anesthetic and counter irritant qualities, and it's widely used to relieve throat irritation.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
The FDA has placed Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide and Guaifenesin in pregnancy category C. There are no controlled data on this combination product in human pregnancy, so it is only recommended during pregnancy when the benefit outweighs the risk. Nobody knows yet whether Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide and Guaifenesin passes into human milk, as there are no data on this. For nursing mothers, a decision should be made to discontinue. Menthol hasn't been studied in pregnant women, so its risk is undetermined.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.
Side Effects & Interactions
Side Effects
No side-effect data recorded yet.