What is Maxifed?

What is Maxifed?

Maxifed is a combination medicine used to treat stuffy nose and sinus congestion, and to reduce chest congestion caused by the common cold or flu. Maxifed may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine?

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant, which decreases nasal congestion by narrowing the blood vessels and reducing blood flow to the nasal passage. Guaifenesin is used to help clear mucus or phlegm from the chest when you have congestion from a cold or flu. It works by thinning the mucus or phlegm in the lungs.

What is guaifenesin and phenylephrine?

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It works by thinning and loosening mucus in the airways, clearing congestion, and making breathing easier. Phenylephrine is a decongestant (sympathomimetic). It reduces nasal congestion by narrowing the blood vessels in the nose.

Does Sudafed have DXM in it?

Generic Name & Formulations: Acetaminophen 250mg, dextromethorphan HBr 10mg, guaifenesin 100mg, pseudoephedrine HCl 30mg; per liquid cap.

What are the side effects of taking phenylephrine guaifenesin?

Common side effects may include:

• dry mouth, nose, or throat;
• upset stomach, loss of appetite, vomiting;
• feeling excited or restless (especially in children);
• sleep problems (insomnia); or.
• headache, dizziness.

What are the side effects of guaifenesin?

Side Effects

• Diarrhea.
• hives.
• nausea or vomiting.
• skin rash.
• stomach pain.

Is guaifenesin a stimulant?

Guaifenesin is an expectorant that helps thin and loosen mucus in the lungs, making it easier to cough up the mucus. The decongestant helps relieve stuffy nose symptoms. This product also contains an opioid cough suppressant (antitussive) that affects a certain part of the brain, reducing the urge to cough.

What is the difference between guaifenesin and dextromethorphan?

Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.

When should you not take guaifenesin?

Guaifenesin (Mucinex) only works for treating coughs with mucus and doesn’t work well if you have a dry cough. Don’t use guaifenesin (Mucinex) for more than 7 days. If your cough doesn’t improve or you develop other symptoms like a fever or headache, stop taking this medication and talk to your provider.

When should guaifenesin not be used?

This medication is not usually used for ongoing coughs from smoking, asthma, other long-term breathing problems (such as emphysema), or coughs with a lot of mucus unless directed by your doctor. Opioid cough suppressants should not be used by children younger than 18 years.

Does guaifenesin affect sleep?

Common side effects of guaifenesin include: Dizziness. Drowsiness. Decreased uric acid levels.

Can guaifenesin cause anxiety?

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have: mood changes; severe headache; or. severe dizziness or anxiety, feeling like you might pass out;.

Can guaifenesin raise blood pressure?

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth. These medicines are not known to elevate blood pressure.