Guaifenesin and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
Syrup · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each extended-release tablet) Purposes Dextromethorphan HBr 60 mg Cough suppressant Guaifenesin 1200 mg Expectorant
Purpose
Active ingredients (in each extended-release tablet) Purposes Dextromethorphan HBr 60 mg Cough suppressant Guaifenesin 1200 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 you get to sleep
Warnings
Warnings Do not use for children under 12 years of age 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. Ask a doctor before use if you have persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema cough accompanied by too much phlegm (mucus) When using this product do not use more than directed 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 illness. 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 (1-800-222-1222).
Do not use
Do not use for children under 12 years of age 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.
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema cough accompanied by too much phlegm (mucus)
When using this product
When using this product do not use more than directed
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 illness.
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 (1-800-222-1222).
Directions
Directions do not crush, chew, or break extended-release tablet take with a full glass of water this product can be administered without regard for timing of meals adults and children 12 years and older: 1 extended-release tablet every 12 hours; not more than 2 extended-release tablets in 24 hours children under 12 years of age: do not use
Other information
Other information Store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients carbomer homopolymer, colloidal silicon dioxide, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone (K-30), stearic acid
Questions?
Questions? (1-800-406-7984) You may also report side effects to this phone number.
Label text from the FDA structured product label by CVS PHARMACY, INC (revised Apr 20, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Guaifenesin in 5 products
- Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in 5 products
Guaifenesin and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide NDC products (5)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51316-600 | Guaifenesin 1200 mg/1; Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 60 mg/1 Tablet, Extended Release | CVS PHARMACY, INC | ANDA |
| 72162-2277 | Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg/5mL; Guaifenesin 100 mg/5mL Syrup | Bryant Ranch Prepack | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 57631-013 | Guaifenesin 400 mg/1; Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 20 mg/1 Tablet | InvaTech Pharma Solutions LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 58657-504 | Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg/5mL; Guaifenesin 100 mg/5mL Syrup | Method Pharmaceuticals | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 58657-505 | Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg/5mL; Guaifenesin 100 mg/5mL Syrup | Method Pharmaceuticals | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Guaifenesin and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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 you get to sleep
Who makes Guaifenesin and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide?
Guaifenesin and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is listed by 4 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including CVS PHARMACY, INC, Bryant Ranch Prepack, InvaTech Pharma Solutions LLC, Method Pharmaceuticals.