Robitussin Severe Congestion

Robitussin Severe Congestion is a combination medicine used by adults and children to treat allergy symptoms like a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, itching of the nose and throat, cough with mucus, sinus pain, and to reduce chest congestion caused by the common cold, hay fever, or other allergies.

There are many brand forms of guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine available, and not all brands are mentioned in this leaflet.

Robitussin Severe Congestion 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.

Follow all directions when giving Robitussin Severe Congestion to a child. Do not use the medicine to make a child sleepy. Misuse of this medicine may cause death in very young children.

Taking more than your recommended dose will not make this medicine more effective and may cause serious side effects.

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

Swallow the extended release tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it. Take with a full glass of water.

Your dose needs 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.

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or get worse after 7 days, or if you also have a fever, rash, or headaches.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Do not use Robitussin Severe Congestion if you 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.

Taking more than your recommended dose will not make Robitussin Severe Congestion more effective and may cause serious side effects.

Do not use Robitussin Severe Congestion if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. A dangerous interaction with the drug could happen. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had:

• heart disease;
• high blood pressure;
• diabetes;
• a thyroid disorder;
• urination problems due to an enlarged prostate; or
• a cough with mucus or a chronic cough caused by smoking, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or another breathing disorder.

Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

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

Robitussin Severe Congestion can cause serious side effects. Stop using Robitussin Severe Congestion and call your doctor right away if you have:

• nervousness, dizziness, or trouble sleeping (insomnia).

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.

Robitussin Severe Congestion is used as needed. If you are following a dosing schedule, skip any 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 may have similar ingredients.

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). Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed here.