nasal and chest decongestant
guaifenesin, pseudoephedrine hydrochloride · Tablet, Multilayer, Extended Release · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each extended-release tablet) Guaifenesin 1200 mg Pseudoephedrine HCl 120 mg
Purpose
Purposes Expectorant Nasal Decongestant
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 nasal congestion due to:
• common cold
• hay fever
• upper respiratory allergies
• temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
• promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
• temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure
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. Ask a doctor before use if you have
• heart disease
• high blood pressure
• thyroid disease
• diabetes
• trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
• 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
• you get nervous, dizzy, or sleepless
• symptoms do not get better within 7 days, come back or occur with a 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 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
• heart disease
• high blood pressure
• thyroid disease
• diabetes
• trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
• 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
• you get nervous, dizzy, or sleepless
• symptoms do not get better within 7 days, come back or occur with a 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
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients carbomer homopolymer type B, colloidal silicon dioxide, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Publix Super Markets Inc (revised Apr 2, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Guaifenesin in 1 product
- Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride in 1 product
nasal and chest decongestant NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56062-614 | Guaifenesin 1200 mg/1; Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120 mg/1 Tablet, Multilayer, Extended Release | Publix Super Markets Inc | ANDA |
Frequently asked questions
What is nasal and chest decongestant 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 nasal congestion due to: • common cold • hay fever • upper respiratory allergies • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose • promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage • temporarily relieves sinus congestion and…
Who makes nasal and chest decongestant?
nasal and chest decongestant is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Publix Super Markets Inc.