Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Guaifenesin
Drug Class
Fever/Flu/Cough
Chemical Class
Propanediol
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Uses
Guaifenesin is an ingredient in cough and cold medicines that is used to help clear mucus or phlegm from your chest when you have had a c...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Propanediol
Guaifenesin also known as Glyceryl Guaiacolate. It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Propanediol. The Molecular Weight of Guaifenesin is 198.22.
How to Take It
1
Adult · PO
200 to 400 mg — 4 hourly
2
Adult
Scraped Dose
Use guaifenesin 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 medicine is usually taken only for a
Safety Alerts
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have other medical conditions, such as liver disease, kidney disease, or phenylketonuria (PKU)
It is not known whether guaifenesin will harm an unborn baby
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant
It is not known whether guaifenesin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are breast-feeding a baby
Important Warnings
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to guaifenesin
Use this medicine exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor
Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended
Guaifenesin is commonly found as part of over-the-counter combination medications for cold and cough
Read labels or ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, or cough medicine when taking guaifenesin
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
Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to guaifenesin : hivesdifficult breathingswelling of your facelipstongueor throat. Common guaifenesin side effects may include: dizzinessheadachedrowsinessrashor nauseavomitingstomach upset . 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.
Drug Interactions
Other drugs may interact with guaifenesin
including prescription and over-the-counter medicines
vitamins
and herbal products . Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.
Storage
Syrup Store Below 40°C. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture. Tab Store Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Price Intelligence
Rs 150
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 150 per unit
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DVAGORs 150
ServaidRs 57.44
Should you consider an alternative?
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These contain this ingredient plus others. They are different medicines — do not swap.
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No DRAP alertsEVERGREEN PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LIMITED
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+ Salbutamol
Rs 65.55Rs 65.55/unit
GlaxoSmithKline PAKISTAN
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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