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Mucinex Childrens Mighty Chews Cough Nighttime 10 mg/1

Dextromethorphan HBr and Doxylamine Succinate · TABLET, CHEWABLE · Reckitt Benckiser LLC

No Recall History
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Mucinex Children's Mighty Chews Cough Nighttime is an over-the-counter chewable tablet that contains dextromethorphan (a cough suppressant) and doxylamine (a sleep aid) to help relieve nighttime cough in children. This combination product is designed to help suppress coughs while promoting sleep during nighttime use.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Mucinex Childrens Mighty Chews Cough Nighttime
Generic Name
Dextromethorphan HBr and Doxylamine Succinate
NDC Code (Product)
72854-082
Manufacturer
Reckitt Benckiser LLC
Strength
10 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET, CHEWABLE
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
M012
Marketing Start
06/03/2024

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

confusional state1 reports
delirium1 reports
hallucination1 reports
mental status changes1 reports
pneumonia1 reports
therapy interrupted1 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Uses ■ temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold ■ controls cough to help you get to sleep ■ temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: ■ runny nose ■ sneezing ■ itching of the nose or throat ■ itchy, watery eyes

Dosage & Administration

Directions ■ take every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor ■ chew thoroughly before swallowing ■ do not swallow whole adults and children 12 years of age and over 2 chewable tablets every 4 hours, not to exceed 12 chewable tablets in any 24-hour period children 6 to under 12 years of age 1 chewable tablet every 4 hours, not to exceed 6 chewable tablets in any 24-hour period children under 6 years of age do not use

Warnings

Warnings Do not use ■ to make a child sleepy ■ if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. Ask a doctor before use if you have ■ a sodium-restricted diet ■ glaucoma ■ trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland ■ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis ■ persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema ■ cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are ■ taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product ■ do not exceed recommended dosage ■ excitability may occur, especially in children ■ marked drowsiness may occur ■ alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness ■ avoid alcoholic drinks ■ use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts. Th

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mucinex Childrens Mighty Chews Cough Nighttime used for?

Mucinex Children's Mighty Chews Cough Nighttime is an over-the-counter chewable tablet that contains dextromethorphan (a cough suppressant) and doxylamine (a sleep aid) to help relieve nighttime cough in children. This combination product is designed to help suppress coughs while promoting sleep during nighttime use.

Is Mucinex Childrens Mighty Chews Cough Nighttime a controlled substance?

Mucinex Childrens Mighty Chews Cough Nighttime is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Mucinex Childrens Mighty Chews Cough Nighttime?

The generic name for Mucinex Childrens Mighty Chews Cough Nighttime is Dextromethorphan HBr and Doxylamine Succinate. There are 1 other brand versions of Dextromethorphan HBr and Doxylamine Succinate.

What is the NDC code for Mucinex Childrens Mighty Chews Cough Nighttime 10 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Mucinex Childrens Mighty Chews Cough Nighttime 10 mg/1 is 72854-082, listed by Reckitt Benckiser LLC.

Product NDC

72854-082

Package NDC

72854-082-16

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