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Tussin Chest

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Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
Kareway Product, Inc.
Label updated
2011-08-29
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
GUAIFENESIN
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Active ingredients

(in each 5mL tsp)


Guaifenesin, USP 100mg


Purpose

Expectorant

Uses
helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive.
Warnings


Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
  • cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema

Stop use and ask a doctor if,

cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
  • do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period

Age
Dose
adults and children 12 years and over
2-4 tsp every 4 hours
children 6 years to under 12 years
1-2 tsp every 4 hours
children 2 years to under 6 years
1/2-1 tsp every 4 hours
under 2 years
ask a doctor
Other information
  • each teaspoon contains:sodium 1mg
  • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
  • alcohol-free
  • dosage cup provided
Inactive ingredients

cherry flavor, citric acid, FD and C red no. 40, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, sucrose, sucralose, menthol, propylene glycol, purified water, xanthan gum, polysorbate, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate

Package label
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Tussin Chest

DailyMed Set ID: 44deb716-d5ee-473f-bac3-9510d326224a · Version 1
NDC: 67510-0526