CVS Childrens Cough Relief
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide And Guaifenesin · Liquid · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each 5 mL) Purpose Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg Cough suppressant Guaifenesin 100 mg Expectorant
Purpose
Active ingredients (in each 5 mL) Purpose Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg Cough suppressant Guaifenesin 100 mg Expectorant
Uses
Uses
• helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
• temporarily relieves:
• cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants
• the intensity of coughing
• the impulse to cough to help your child get to sleep
Warnings
Warnings Do not use in a child who is 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 your child's prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product. Ask a doctor before use if the child has
• cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
• persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222.
Do not use
Do not use in a child who is 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 your child's prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product.
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if the child has
• cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
• persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
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 at 1-800-222-1222.
Directions
Directions
• do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period
• measure only with dosing cup provided
• do not use dosing cup with other products
• dose as follows or as directed by a doctor Age Dose children 6 years to under 12 years 5 mL – 10 mL every 4 hours children 4 years to under 6 years 2.5 mL – 5 mL every 4 hours children under 4 years do not use
Other information
Other information
• each 5 mL contains : sodium 2 mg
• Tamper evident: do not use if printed inner seal under cap is torn or missing
• store at room temperature
• do not refrigerate
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients anhydrous citric acid, edetate disodium, FD&C red #40, flavors, potassium citrate, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucralose, xanthan gum
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-866-467-2748
Label text from the FDA structured product label by CVS PHARMACY, INC (revised Aug 19, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in 1 product
- Guaifenesin in 1 product
CVS Childrens Cough Relief NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69842-577 | Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 5 mg/5mL; Guaifenesin 100 mg/5mL Liquid | CVS PHARMACY, INC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is CVS Childrens Cough Relief used for?
Uses • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive • temporarily relieves: • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants • the intensity of coughing • the impulse to cough to help your child get to sleep
Who makes CVS Childrens Cough Relief?
CVS Childrens Cough Relief is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including CVS PHARMACY, INC.