What is Chest Congestion Relief: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

What is Chest Congestion Relief: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025 • Published Dec 31, 2020

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Chest Congestion Relief overview

BRAND NAMES:

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Generic Names:

Chest Congestion Relief

Uses:

Thins mucus so you can clear it from your head, throat, and lungs.

Therapeutic Classes:

Expectorant

Forms:

Capsule, Tablet, Long Acting Capsule, Long Acting Tablet, Liquid

How it’s taken:

By mouth

What is Chest Congestion Relief used for?

What form(s) does Chest Congestion Relief come in

Capsule
Tablet
Long Acting Capsule
Long Acting Tablet
Liquid

What are common Chest Congestion Relief doses?

Bottle 473ML of 100MG/5ML

Common Chest Congestion Relief prescriptions

Chest Congestion Relief
473ml of 100mg/5ml bottle
Chest Congestion Relief
60 tablets bottle

How to take Chest Congestion Relief

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.
Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet or capsule. Swallow it whole with a full glass of water.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.
Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet or capsule. Swallow it whole with a full glass of water.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

What to do if you miss a dose of Chest Congestion Relief

You must use this medicine on a fixed schedule. Call your doctor or pharmacist if you miss a dose.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Chest Congestion Relief contraindications

You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to guaifenesin. Do not give any over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medicine to a baby or child under 4 years old. Using these medicines in very young children might cause serious or possibly life-threatening side effects.

Chest Congestion Relief warnings

This medicine may contain alcohol.
If you are pregnant or breast feeding, ask your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
If your cough is caused by asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, or smoking, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.

Chest Congestion Relief interactions

If you are pregnant or breast feeding, ask your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
If your cough is caused by asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, or smoking, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
This medicine may contain alcohol.

Chest Congestion Relief side effects

Serious Side Effects

Cough that lasts longer than 7 days.
Cough with fever, skin rash, or ongoing headache.

Less Serious Side Effects

Drowsiness.
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain.