Guaifenesin

Guaifenesin (gwi fen' ? sin) (INN) or guaiphenesin (former BAN) is an expectorant drug usually taken orally to assist the expectoration ("bringing up") of phlegm from the airways in acute respiratory tract infections.

Related Topics:
INN - BAN - Expectorant - Drug - Oral - Phlegm - Airway

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It is sold under several brand names such as Humibid, Mucinex, Benylin and Robitussin, and it also is included in many over-the-counter cough and cold remedies.

Related Topics:
Brand name - Robitussin

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Guaifenesin's molecular formula is C10H14O4, and its chemical name is

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3-(2- methoxyphenoxy)-1,2-propanediol. It was first approved by the FDA in 1952.

Related Topics:
FDA - 1952

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Guaifenesin is also used in the experimental guaifenesin protocol in the treatment of fibromyalgia.

Related Topics:
Guaifenesin protocol - Fibromyalgia

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