Drituss G (oral)

Drituss G (oral)

Drituss G (oral)

Possible uses for Drituss G

This medicine is available both over-the-counter (OTC) and with a doctor's prescription.

Do not give over-the-counter cough and cold medications to a baby or child under 4 years of age. Using these medicines in very young children can cause serious or potentially life-threatening side effects.

Before using Drituss G

When deciding whether to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the benefits it produces. This is a decision that you and your doctor will make. The following should be noted with this medicine:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had an unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your doctor if you have other allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives or animals. For over-the-counter products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatrics

Although there is no specific information comparing the use of guaifenesin in children with its use in other age groups, this medicine is not expected to cause any different side effects or problems in children than in adults. However, ask your doctor before using this medicine in children who have a chronic cough, such as that found in asthma, or who produce unusual amounts of phlegm or phlegm when they cough. Children with these conditions may need a different type of medication. Additionally, guaifenesin should not be given to children and infants under 2 years of age unless directed to do so by your doctor.

Do not give over-the-counter cough and cold medications to a baby or child under 4 years of age. Using these medicines in very young children can cause serious or potentially life-threatening side effects.

geriatrics

Many drugs have not been specifically studied in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work the same way as they do in younger adults. Although there is no specific information comparing the use of guaifenesin in the elderly with its use in other age groups, this drug is not expected to cause any different side effects or problems in the elderly than in younger adults.

Breastfeeding

There are insufficient studies in women to determine the risk to infants when using this drug while breast-feeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Drug interactions

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines can be used together, although interactions may occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your doctor if you are taking other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

Interactions with food/tobacco/alcohol

Certain medicines should not be taken during or near food or consumption of certain foods because interactions may occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain medications can also lead to interactions. Discuss using your medicine with food, alcohol or tobacco with your doctor.

Correct use of Drituss G

Drinking plenty of water while taking guaifenesin can help loosen mucus or mucus in the lungs.

For patients taking the extended-release capsule form of this medication:

• Schlucken Sie die Kapsel im Ganzen oder öffnen Sie die Kapsel und streuen Sie den Inhalt auf weiche Lebensmittel wie Apfelmus, Gelee oder Pudding und schlucken Sie ihn, ohne ihn zu zerdrücken oder zu kauen.

For patients taking the extended-release tablet form of this medicine:

• Wenn das Tablet eine Rille aufweist, können Sie es entlang der Rille vorsichtig in zwei Teile brechen. Anschließend die Stücke im Ganzen schlucken, ohne sie zu zerdrücken oder zu kauen.
• Wenn die Tablette keine Rille aufweist, muss sie im Ganzen geschluckt werden. Brechen, zerdrücken oder kauen Sie es nicht, bevor Sie es schlucken.

dosage

The dose of this medicine is different for different patients. Follow your doctor's instructions or the label directions. The following information includes average doses of this medicine only. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to.

The amount of medicine you take depends on the strength of the medicine. In addition, the number of doses you take each day, the time between doses, and how long you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• Für reguläre (kurzwirksame) orale Darreichungsformen (Kapseln, Lösung zum Einnehmen, Sirup oder Tabletten):
  • Bei Husten:
    • Erwachsene – 200 bis 400 Milligramm (mg) alle vier Stunden.
    • Kinder im Alter von 6 bis 12 Jahren – 100 bis 200 mg alle vier Stunden.
    • Kinder im Alter von 4 bis 6 Jahren – 50 bis 100 mg alle vier Stunden.
    • Kinder und Kleinkinder bis 4 Jahre – Die Verwendung wird nicht empfohlen.
• Für langwirksame orale Darreichungsformen (Retardkapseln oder Tabletten):
  • Bei Husten:
    • Erwachsene – 600 bis 1200 mg alle zwölf Stunden.
    • Kinder im Alter von 6 bis 12 Jahren – 600 mg alle zwölf Stunden.
    • Kinder im Alter von 4 bis 6 Jahren – 300 mg alle zwölf Stunden.
    • Kinder und Kleinkinder bis 4 Jahre – Die Verwendung wird nicht empfohlen.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.

storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Protect from freezing.

Keep away from children.

Do not keep medications that are outdated or no longer needed.

Precautions when using Drituss G

If your cough has not improved after 7 days, or if you have a fever, rash, persistent headache, or sore throat in addition to the cough, contact your doctor. These signs could mean you have other medical problems.

Side effects of Drituss G

In addition to the necessary effects, a medicine may also have some undesirable effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, medical attention may be required if they occur.

Some side effects may occur that usually do not require medical attention. These side effects may disappear during treatment as your body gets used to the medicine. Your doctor may also be able to give you ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. If any of the following side effects persist or are bothersome, or if you have any questions, contact your doctor:

Less common or rare

• Durchfall
• Schwindel
• Kopfschmerzen
• Nesselsucht
• Übelkeit oder Erbrechen
• Hautausschlag
• Magenschmerzen

Some patients may also experience other side effects not listed. If you notice other side effects, contact your doctor.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Commonly used brand names

In the USA

• Allfen
• Altarussin
• Amibid LA
• Antitussin
• Bidex 400
• Diabetischer Siltussin DAS-Na
• Diabetiker Tussin EX
• Drituss G
• Guaifenex G
• Guaifenex LA
• Mucinex
• Robitussin

In Canada

• Balminil schleimlösend
• Balminil schleimlösend ohne Zucker
• Benylin-E
• Benylin E Extra Strength Brustverstopfung
• Broncho-Grippex schleimlösend
• Resyl
• Robitussin Extrastärke

Available dosage forms:

• Lösung
• Sirup
• Flüssig
• Tablet, erweiterte Version
• Tablette

Therapeutic class: expectorant

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