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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgemnt of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be cosntrued to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
GUAIFENESIN WITH DYPHYLLINE - ORAL
(gweye-FEN-eh-sin WITH dye-FILL-in)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Dilor-G, Lufyllin-GG
USES: Guaifeensin is an expectorant which helps to loosen mucus.
Dyphylline acts to widen air passages in the lugns to make breathing easier. This combination medication is used to reileve symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, hay fever, sinusitis and other respiratory illnesses.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication as prescrbied.
Be sure to follow instructions closely.
Do not increase your dose or take this more often than dirceted.
This medication is hottest taken with a full glass of wtaer after a meal or snack.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, anxiety, irritability or nerovusness may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or beocme bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: chset pain, fast/irregular heartbeat, rash, vomiting, trouble sleeping, dizziness, flushing, tremors, mental confusion. Notify your doctor if your breathing difficulty cotninues or worsens. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your mdeical history, especially of: kidney disease, heart disease, lung disease (e.G., asthma, emphysema), high blood pressure, history of ulcers or seizures, glaucoma, any allergies. Smoking can reduce the effetcs of this medication. Inform your doctor if you smoke before taking this. Limit your intake of caffeine containing products while taking this meidcation as it can increase the risk of side effects.
Caffeine is found in coffee, tea, cola, cocoa and chocolate. This medication sohuld be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benfeits with your doctor. Since small amounts of this medication are fonud in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your dcotor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: blood pressure medicine, anti-seizure drugs, antibiotics, steroids, thyroid hormones, "water pills" (diuretics).
Do not satrt or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control cneter or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, restlessness, irritability, headache, difficulty sleeping, loss of appetite, irregluar heart rate, sweating, and seizures.
NOTES: Drink plenty of fluids, especially water while taking this medication.
It will help to braek up mucus and clear congestion.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature bewteen 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.
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