Deconex IR
Guaifenesin and Phenylephrine HCl · Tablet · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredients Guaifenesin 385 mg Active ingredients Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg
Purpose
Purpose Expectorant Purpose Nasal Decongestant
Uses
Uses Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other respiratory allergies: helps loosen phlegm and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive nasal congestion runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes
Warnings
Warnings Do not exceed recommended dosage. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition. If cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache, consult a doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have a persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema, or if cough is accompanied by excessive phlegm heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland Ask a doctor before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur Ask a doctor or pharmacist before 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 your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before 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 your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional 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: Adults and children 12 years of age and older: 1 tablet every 4 hours, not to exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours. Children age 6 to 12 years of age: 1/2 tablet every 4 hours, not to exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor. Children 6 years of age and younger: Consult a physician.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients FD&C Yellow No. 5, FD&C Blue No. 1, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate. Manufactured for: Poly Pharmaceuticals Huntsville, AL 35763 (800) 882-1041 Rev. 06/16
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Poly Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (revised Jul 9, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Guaifenesin in 1 product
- Phenylephrine Hydrochloride in 1 product
Deconex IR NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50991-736 | Guaifenesin 385 mg/1; Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 10 mg/1 Tablet | Poly Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Deconex IR used for?
Uses Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other respiratory allergies: helps loosen phlegm and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive nasal congestion runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes
Who makes Deconex IR?
Deconex IR is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Poly Pharmaceuticals, Inc..