What is Dextromethorphan-guaifenesin?
CATEGORY: Over the Counter Drugs
TYPES:Generic: Dextromethorphan-guaifenesinBrand:
The combination of dextromethorphan and guaifenesin is used to temporarily relieve cough due to minor throat or lung irritation. The ingredients help loosen phlegm, or mucus, in the bronchial pathways to make coughs more productive.
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How do members experience Dextromethorphan-guaifenesin?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excess mucus | 15 | 6 | |
| Cough | 14 | 2 | |
| Doctor recommendation | 6 | 4 | |
| Bronchitis | 2 | 0 | |
| Fibromyalgia | 2 | 2 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sleepiness | 2 | |
| Fatigue | 1 | |
| Nausea | 1 | |
| Restlessness (akathisia) | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 6 | |
| None | 14 |
Member evaluations
kaolinten
evaluated on Feb 21, 2012
- Perceived effectiveness for control dyskenisia: None
- Side effects: None
strapples
evaluated on May 03, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for Increase effect of another treatment: None
- Side effects: None
faeroe347
evaluated on Oct 13, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for thick phlegm: Major
- Side effects: None
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