Mucinex Cough and Chest Congestion

Mucinex Cough and Chest Congestion is a combination medicine that helps treat cough and chest congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Mucinex Cough and Chest Congestion may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use this medicine exactly as it says on the label, or as your doctor prescribes. Cold or cough medicine is meant for short-term use only.

Your dose may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. To avoid mistakes, always use it exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not give this medicine to a child without getting medical advice first. Follow all directions carefully when giving this medicine to a child. Do not use this medicine to make a child sleepy. Misuse of this medicine can be life-threatening for very young children.

Use the measuring device that comes with the liquid medicine (do not use a kitchen spoon).

You may need to shake the liquid before measuring a dose. Follow all instructions on the label.

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

Dissolve the effervescent tablets in at least 4 ounces of water. Stir and drink it right away. You can add more water to the glass, swirl it, and drink that as well.

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

Drink extra fluids to help loosen congestion and keep your throat lubricated 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 that come with this medicine. Your pharmacist can give you more information on how to store it.

Do not use this medicine 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.

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

Do not use Mucinex Cough and Chest Congestion if you are currently using or have used 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.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe for you 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Mucinex Cough and Chest Congestion can be taken as needed. If you miss a dose while on a dosing schedule, just skip it. Do not take two doses at the same time.

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

• Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how Mucinex Cough and Chest Congestion will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

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

• Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicines that can cause drowsiness (such as opioid medication, sleep medicine, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures). Let your doctor know 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.