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Severe Congestion and Cough Multi-Symptom Maximum Strength 10 mg/1

Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine HCl · TABLET, FILM COATED · CVS Pharmacy

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Plain English

This over-the-counter medication combines three active ingredients to relieve multiple cold and cough symptoms: dextromethorphan (a cough suppressant), guaifenesin (an expectorant that helps thin mucus), and phenylephrine (a decongestant). It comes as a film-coated tablet taken by mouth for temporary relief of severe congestion and cough.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Severe Congestion and Cough Multi-Symptom Maximum Strength
Generic Name
Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine HCl
NDC Code (Product)
59779-648
Manufacturer
CVS Pharmacy
Strength
10 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET, FILM COATED
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Application #
M012
Drug Class
Adrenergic alpha1-Agonists [MoA]; Decreased Respiratory Secretion Viscosity [PE]
Marketing Start
07/20/2015

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

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

cough2 reports
fatigue1 reports
insomnia1 reports
pain1 reports
product use issue1 reports
pyrexia1 reports
sinusitis1 reports
vertigo1 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 the common cold or inhaled irritants the intensity of coughing the impulse to cough to help you get to sleep nasal congestion due to a cold helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive

Dosage & Administration

Directions do not take more than directed do not take more than 12 caplets in any 24-hour period adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 caplets every 4 hours children under 12 years: do not use

Warnings

Warnings Do not use 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 heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage. Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur symptoms do not get better within 7 days or occur with fever cough persists more than 7 days, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Severe Congestion and Cough Multi-Symptom Maximum Strength used for?

This over-the-counter medication combines three active ingredients to relieve multiple cold and cough symptoms: dextromethorphan (a cough suppressant), guaifenesin (an expectorant that helps thin mucus), and phenylephrine (a decongestant). It comes as a film-coated tablet taken by mouth for temporary relief of severe congestion and cough.

Is Severe Congestion and Cough Multi-Symptom Maximum Strength a controlled substance?

Severe Congestion and Cough Multi-Symptom Maximum Strength is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Severe Congestion and Cough Multi-Symptom Maximum Strength?

The generic name for Severe Congestion and Cough Multi-Symptom Maximum Strength is Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine HCl. There are 11 other brand versions of Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine HCl.

What is the NDC code for Severe Congestion and Cough Multi-Symptom Maximum Strength 10 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Severe Congestion and Cough Multi-Symptom Maximum Strength 10 mg/1 is 59779-648, listed by CVS Pharmacy.

Product NDC

59779-648

Package NDC

59779-648-95

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