Tussin Cough
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide · Liquid · Oral
Active ingredient
Drug Facts Active ingredients (in each 5mL tsp) Dextromethorphan HBr, USP 10mg Guaifenesin, USP 100mg
Purpose
Purpose Dextromethorphan HBr, USP .... Cough Suppressant Guaifenesin, USP .............................. Expectorant
Uses
Uses ■ temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with acold ■ helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes
Warnings
Warnings Do not use ■ in a child under 12 years of age ■ if you are now taking aprescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease) or for 2 weeks atter stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains a MAOI, ask adoctor or pharmacist before using this product.
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have ■ cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) ■ cough that lasts or chronic, such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back or is accompanied by fever. rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask ahealth 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 take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Age Dose ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Adults and children 2 teaspoonfuls 12 years and over every 4 hours ------------------------------------------------------------------------ children under 12 years do not use _________________________________________
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients Anhydrous citric acid, dextrose, FD&C red #40, flavor, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, menthol, purified water. saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate.
Label text from the FDA structured product label by AptaPharma Inc. (revised Dec 30, 2023). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in 2 products
- Guaifenesin in 2 products
Tussin Cough NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76281-503 | Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg/5mL; Guaifenesin 100 mg/5mL Liquid | AptaPharma Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 57243-503 | Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg/5mL; Guaifenesin 100 mg/5mL Liquid | Salado Sales, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Tussin Cough used for?
Uses ■ temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with acold ■ helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes
Who makes Tussin Cough?
Tussin Cough is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including AptaPharma Inc., Salado Sales, Inc..