In this Article

• What is guaifenesin (Organidin NR)?
• What are the possible side effects of guaifenesin?
• What is the most important information I should know about guaifenesin?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking guaifenesin?
• How should I take guaifenesin?
• What happens if I miss a dose?
• What happens if I overdose?
• What should I avoid while taking guaifenesin?
• What other drugs will affect guaifenesin ?
• Where can I get more information?

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking guaifenesin?

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to guaifenesin.

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether guaifenesin will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.

It is not known whether guaifenesin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take guaifenesin?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Do not give this medication to a child younger than 4 years old. Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.

Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.

Take guaifenesin with food if it upsets your stomach.

Measure the liquid form of guaifenesin with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

Do not crush, chew, break, or open a controlled-release, delayed-release, or extended-release tablet or capsule. Swallow it whole. Breaking or opening the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.