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Dr KidsCough and Chest Congestion

Dosage form
SOLUTION
Labeler
CalmCo LLC
Label updated
2026-03-31
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE · GUAIFENESIN
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Drug Facts

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Active Ingredient and Purpose

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성분·작용

Active ingredient (in each 5 mL vial) Purpose
Dextromethorphan HBr 5mg.............. Cough supressant
Guaifenesin 100mg............ Expectorant

Uses
  • temporarily relieves cough due to minor bronchial irritation associated with a cold
  • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive

Warnings

Do not use

  • if your child is now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for two weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your child’s prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product

Ask a doctor before use if your child has

  • a persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma, or emphysema, or if cough is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus)

Stop use and ask a doctor if your child has

  • a cough that persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

Directions
  • this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
  • do not exceed 6 doses in a 24-hour period
  • follow the “Easy to Use” instructions on the pouch
  • use the dose that corresponds to your child’s age
  • discard unused portion

Age (Years)

Dose
Under 4 consult a doctor
4 to under 6 1 vial every 4 hours
6 to under 12 1-2 vials every 4 hours
12 and older 2-4 vials every 4 hours

Other information
  • each 5 mL vial contains: sodium 7 mg
  • store between 68-77°F (20-25°C)
  • do not use if pouch or vial is punctured, torn or open
Inactive ingredients

anhydrous citric acid, carboxymethylcellulose, flavor, propylene glycol, sodium benzoate, saccharin sodium, sorbitol, sucralose, water

Questions or comments?

+1-941-202-3270 (M-F) 9AM-5PM EST or visit www.DrKids.com

Distributed by: CalmCo LLC, Sarasota, FL 34240

Made in Dominican Republic

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DailyMed Set ID: 3f156679-7a91-aff1-e063-6394a90a18f6 · Version 4
NDC: 73282-2523