Exetuss-HC

Do not give this medication to a child younger than 4 years old. Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Cough or cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.

Do not give this medication to a child younger than 4 years old. Always ask a doctor before giving cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough or cold medicine in very young children.

Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

Do not crush, chew, break, or open an extended-release tablet or capsule. Swallow it whole.

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

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache, cough, or skin rash.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

This medication may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.

Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of guaifenesin and phenylephrine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cough, cold, or allergy medicine. Guaifenesin and phenylephrine are contained in many combination medicines. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much of a certain drug.

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

Stop using guaifenesin and phenylephrine and call your doctor at once if you have:

• fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat; or

• severe anxiety or nervousness.

Common side effects may include:

• dry mouth, nose, or throat;

• upset stomach, loss of appetite, vomiting;

• feeling excited or restless (especially in children);

• sleep problems (insomnia); or

• headache, dizziness.

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

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if you are also using any other drugs, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used together. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.

Taking this medicine with other drugs that make you sleepy or slow your breathing can worsen these effects. Ask your doctor before taking guaifenesin and phenylephrine with a sleeping pill, narcotic pain medicine, muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety, depression, or seizures.

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

• Dizziness.
• Feeling nervous and excitable.
• Not able to sleep.
• Feeling sleepy.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Applies to guaifenesin/phenylephrine: oral capsule, oral capsule extended release, oral drops, oral liquid, oral suspension, oral syrup, oral tablet, oral tablet extended release

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects have included tachycardia, palpitations, arrhythmias, and cardiovascular collapse with hypotension.[Ref]

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included central nervous system depression, tremor, headache, dizziness, restlessness, insomnia, and convulsions.[Ref]

Psychiatric

Psychiatric side effects have included fear, nervousness, anxiety, and hallucinations.[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included nausea and vomiting.[Ref]

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included breathing difficulty.[Ref]

Genitourinary

Genitourinary side effects have included dysuria.[Ref]

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects have included pallor.[Ref]

General

General side effects have included weakness.[Ref]

Some side effects of ExeTuss may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.