Theophylline and Guaifenesin (Oral Route)

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Theophylline and Guaifenesin (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

Description

Theophylline and guaifenesin combination is used to treat or prevent the symptoms of asthma or to treat chronic bronchitis and emphysema. This medicine relieves cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, and troubled breathing. It works by opening up the bronchial tubes (air passages) of the lungs and increasing the flow of air through them.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet
  • Liquid
  • Capsule
  • Capsule, Liquid Filled
  • Elixir
  • Syrup
Before Using
Source: 7E110DB7-45D2-4091-AF32FE446B73C650

DR600367

Portions of this document last updated:

June 1, 2009

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