Guaiasorb
Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin · Liquid · Oral
Active ingredient
per 10 mL = 2 teaspoonfuls Dextromethorphan HBr - 20 mg Guaifenesin - 200 mg
Purpose
Purpose Cough suppressant Expectorant
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation helps loosen phlegm (mucus) helps thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive
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 your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients in this product. Ask a doctor before use if you have a cough with too much phlegm (mucus) a cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema. Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.
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 do not exceed recommended dose take every 4 hours as needed, or as directed by a doctor do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours Adults and children 12 years and over 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls) Children under 12 years Do not use
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients: artificial and natural cherry flavor, citric acid, menthol, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate, sucralose
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-800-540-3765
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Geri-Care Pharmaceuticals, Corp (revised Dec 11, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in 3 products
- Guaifenesin in 3 products
Guaiasorb NDC products (3)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57896-736 | Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg/5mL; Guaifenesin 100 mg/5mL Liquid | Geri-Care Pharmaceuticals, Corp | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 57896-739 | Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 20 mg/10mL; Guaifenesin 200 mg/10mL Liquid | Geri-Care Pharmaceuticals, Corp | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 68071-3938 | Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg/5mL; Guaifenesin 100 mg/5mL Liquid | NuCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Guaiasorb used for?
Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation helps loosen phlegm (mucus) helps thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive
Who makes Guaiasorb?
Guaiasorb is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Geri-Care Pharmaceuticals, Corp, NuCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc..