Altituss
Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin · Liquid · Oral
Active ingredient
Active Ingredients (in each 7.5 mL) Purpose Dextromethorphan HBr.............. 15 mg ........ Cough suppressant Glyceryl Guaiacolate .................. 150 mg ...... Expectorant
Purpose
Purpose Cough suppressant Expectorant
Uses
Uses Helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes. Temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold.
Warnings
Warnings DO NOT USE If you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if you are taking a prescription drug that contains MAOI; ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. Ask a doctor before use if you have: Cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema When using this product do not use more than directed. Stop use and ask a doctor before use if: cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health profession before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions Do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period. Adults and children 12 years of age and over 10 ml (2tsp) every 4 hours Children 6 years to under 12 years of age 5 ml (1tsp) every 4 hours Children 2 years to under 6 years of age 2.5 ml (1/2 tsp) every 4 hours Children under 2 years Consult a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients Artificial and Natural flavor, Citric acid, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate, and sucralose
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-305-403-3788
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Alternative Pharmacal Corporation (revised Dec 30, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in 1 product
- Guaifenesin in 1 product
Altituss NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53163-113 | Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 15 mg/7.5mL; Guaifenesin 150 mg/7.5mL Liquid | Alternative Pharmacal Corporation | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Altituss used for?
Uses Helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes. Temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold.
Who makes Altituss?
Altituss is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Alternative Pharmacal Corporation.