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Liquibid / Guaifenesin-Oral
ALTERNATE NAMES FOR LIQUIBID :
Guaifenesin, Guaibid La, Humibid L.a., Gua-Sr, Q-Bid La, Guaifenesin La, Aquamist, Guaifenex La, Guaifenesin Er, Amibid La, Fenesin, Mucinex, Mucobid L.a., Allfen-M, Muco-Fen-La, Sinumist-Sr, Guaifenesin-Sr, Respa-Gf, Ambi 600
LIQUIBID IS USED FOR :
Liquibid is used to relieve a dry cough and helps to loosen phlegm and mucous in the lungs so you can cough-up (expectorate) mucous.
USING LIQUIBID :
Take each dose of Liquibid with a full glass of water. Water will also help break-up the mucous and clear congestion. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Liquibid, unless your doctor instructs you otherwise. Do not take Liquibid for a chronic, persistent cough such as occurs with smoking or asthma unless directed by your doctor. If the cough lasts for more than one week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, headache or rash, consult your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS OF LIQUIBID :
Liquibid may cause stomach upset or rash. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS WHILE TAKING LIQUIBID :
If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using Liquibid: breathing problems such as emphysema/chronic bronchitis/asthma, smoking, any allergies. Liquibid should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if Liquibid is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
MEDICATION INTERACTIONS TAKING LIQUIBID :
Tell your doctor of all the medicines you may use, (both prescription and nonprescription), especially: other cough-and-cold medicines. Guaifenesin may affect the results of certain lab tests. Be sure your caregivers are aware you use Liquibid before lab tests are performed. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
IF YOU OVERDOSE WITH LIQUIBID :
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, and unusually slow heartbeat.
IF YOU MISS A DOSE WITH LIQUIBID :
If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
HOW TO STORE LIQUIBID :
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Do not freeze liquid forms of Liquibid. Do not store syrup in the refrigerator.
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