Giltuss Cough and Chest Congestion

Giltuss Cough and Chest Congestion is a combination medicine used to treat cough and chest congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Giltuss Cough and Chest Congestion may also be used for other reasons that are not mentioned 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.

Your dose may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid medication errors by using exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. Follow all directions when giving this medicine to a child. Do not use this medicine to make a child sleepy. Misuse of this medicine may cause death in very young children.

Measure liquid medicine with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

You may need to shake the liquid before you measure a dose. Follow all directions on the label.

Swallow the extended-release tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it.

Dissolve the effervescent tablets in at least 4 ounces of water. Stir and drink right away. Add more water to the glass, swirl and drink.

Sprinkle the granules directly onto your tongue and swallow right away.

Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medicine.

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

Follow the storage instructions provided with this medicine. Your pharmacist can provide more information about how to store this medicine.

Do not use this medicine if you are currently taking or have taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could happen. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine.

You should not take Giltuss Cough and Chest Congestion if you are allergic to it.

Do not use Giltuss Cough and Chest Congestion if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:

• a cough with mucus; or
• asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis.

This medicine may contain phenylalanine and could be harmful if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).

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

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

Giltuss Cough and Chest Congestion can cause serious side effects. Stop using Giltuss Cough and Chest Congestion and call your doctor right away if you have:

• mood changes;
• severe headache; or
• severe dizziness or anxiety, feeling like you might faint.

Common side effects of Giltuss Cough and Chest Congestion may include:

• dizziness, drowsiness;
• sleep problems (insomnia);
• diarrhea; or
• feeling nervous, restless, anxious, or irritable.

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

Giltuss Cough and Chest Congestion is used as needed. If you miss a dose while on a dosing schedule, skip it. Do not take two doses at the same time.

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

Do not drive or engage in dangerous activities until you are sure how Giltuss Cough and Chest Congestion will affect you. Your reactions may be impaired.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking other cough or cold medicines that may have similar ingredients.

Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicines that can make you sleepy (like opioid medication, sleep medicine, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures). Inform your doctor about all other medicines you are taking. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are mentioned here.