Mucinex Coupons & Prices

Mucinex FAQs

What is Mucinex?

Mucinex is a brand-name over-the-counter medication that temporarily relieves chest congestion due to cold, allergies, or flu. The active ingredient is guaifenesin, a widely-used expectorant that loosens mucus in the bronchial airways and the throat making it easier to clear these areas through coughing.

Mucinex is also the brand-name of an entire family of cold, flu, and allergy symptom-relief products. While all Mucinex products contain guaifenesin, many include other medications such as cough suppressants, nasal decongestants, and analgesics (acetaminophen).

Mucinex is taken as a tablet once every twelve hours. For Mucinex combination products, dosage, use, and format will vary.

What are the side effects of Mucinex?

The most common side effects of Mucinex include but are not limited to dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nausea, and vomiting.

Allergic reactions are rare but discontinue Mucinex if you notice any sign of an allergic reaction such as rash, hives, facial swelling, or trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of side effects that may occur. Consult with your physician about any concerns you may have with side effects.

Is there a generic of Mucinex?

Mucinex is an over-the-counter brand-name medication. Generic Mucinex is available as Mucus Relief, Mucus, or Guaifenesin under well-known brand-names such as CVS, Up & Up, Equate, and Walgreens.

How much does Mucinex cost without insurance?

The price for Mucinex averages around $16.67 for 20, 600mg tablet extended release 12 hours, but this price may vary by store. With a SingleCare Mucinex discount card, a prescription for 20, 600mg tablet extended release 12 hours of Mucinex costs $14.09. For all your prescription needs, a SingleCare savings card can save you as much as 80% on your purchases.

How much does Mucinex cost with insurance?

Mucinex is an over-the-counter chest decongestant. Therefore, you will not find Mucinex covered by insurance plans as you would a prescription drug with a copay. You can use a free Mucinex coupon from SingleCare to save money on your prescription. Mucinex's price with a SingleCare discount card is only $14.09 for 20, 600mg tablet extended release 12 hours.

Does Medicare cover Mucinex and how much does it cost?

Because Mucinex is a low-priced chest decongestant, no Medicare prescription drug plan covers purchases of Mucinex. For Medicare patients with a prescription for Mucinex, you’ll pay as little as $14.09 for 20, 600mg tablet extended release 12 hours of Mucinex with a SingleCare savings card at participating pharmacies.