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Guaifed

Main Ingredients: Guaifenesin + Pseudoephedrine HCL

Guaifed is a decongestant and expectorant combination. The expectorant in Guaifed helps loosen the thick mucus that causes chest congestion. The decongestant in Guaifed is used to give relief from stuffy nose, runny nose, and ear congestion caused by allergies and or the common cold, or infection. Guaifed works by stimulating receptors in the body, mostly in the lining of the nose and sinuses, causing the blood vessel to contract. This results in less fluid to pass through into these linings. Guaifed helps relieve the symptoms of nasal congestion by reducing the production of mucus. This combination does not cure cold or allergy; instead it provides relief from the symptoms.

GUAIFED WARNING

Pseudoephedrine in Guaifed increases blood pressure. If you are using blood pressure medicines like beta-blocker, consult your physician before using any decongestants like Guaifed.

GUAIFED CAUTION

Inform your physician if you are allergic to Pseudoephedrine found in Guaifed.

Avoid Guaifed if you have severe high blood pressure, glaucoma, or kidney disease.

Guaifed may cause insomnia.

Guaifed should be used with caution if you have pre-existing heart problems, liver disease, COPD, emphysema, thyroid disease, diabetes, enlarged prostate, and history of seizures.

Avoid taking Guaifed within 2 weeks of using an MAO-inhibitor.

Guaifed may cause drowsiness or low concentration. Use caution when driving or operating machinery.

GUAIFED SIDE EFFECTS

Common side effects of Guaifed include insomnia, dizziness, headache, nervousness, loss of appetite and upset stomach.

Rare side effects of Guaifed include irregular heartbeat, chest pain, rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, breathing problems, difficulty urinating, and seizures.

GUAIFED INTERACTIONS

Guaifed should not be used within 2 weeks of using an MAO-inhibitor. Check with your physician before combining it with the following:

Beta-blockers
Mecamylamine
Methyldopa
Reserpine
Sleeping pills

Avoid Guaifed if you use a pacemaker and take digoxin.

GUAIFED AND PREGNANCY

Do not take Guaifed without the advice of your physician if you are or planning to become pregnant.

Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Guaifed as it does pass into breast milk.

GUAIFED OVERDOSE

Guaifed overdose symptoms may include sedation, irregular heartbeat, rapid heartbeat, nervousness, heavy breathing, confusion, hallucinations, and seizures.

In case of Guaifed overdose, seek medical help right way.

If you miss a dose of Guaifed, take it as soon as you can. However, if it is just about time for your next dose, skip the one you forgot and go on with your regular schedule. Never take a double dose.

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