Fenesin IR

Fenesin IR is used to relieve chest congestion caused by the common cold, flu, or chronic bronchitis.

Fenesin IR helps break up congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough it out through your mouth.

There are many brands and forms of guaifenesin available. Not all brands are mentioned in this leaflet.

Fenesin IR may also be used for reasons not listed in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Cold or cough medicine is only for short-term use until your symptoms clear up.

Always follow directions on the medicine label about giving cough or cold medicine to a child. Do not use the medicine only to make a child sleepy. Death can occur from the misuse of cough or cold medicines in very young children.

Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

To use Fenesin IR granules, pour out the entire packet onto your tongue and swallow without chewing.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days, or if you have a fever, rash, or headaches.

Fenesin IR can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Fenesin IR.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using Fenesin IR if you have health issues, take other medications, or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

You should not use Fenesin IR if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have other medical conditions.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant.

You should not breast-feed while using Fenesin IR.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Common side effects of Fenesin IR may include:

• nausea; or
• vomiting.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Since cough or cold medicine is taken as needed, you might not follow a specific dosing schedule. If you miss a dose and it’s nearly time for your next dose, just skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses at the same time.

Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using other cough or cold medicines that might have similar ingredients.

Avoid driving or doing anything dangerous until you understand how Fenesin IR will affect you. Your reactions could be affected.

Avoid using this medicine with other drugs that make you sleepy or slow your breathing (like opioid medicine, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures). Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other medications, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this medication guide.