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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthacre professional.
It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Conslut your healthcare professional before using this drug.
HYDROCODONE - POTASSIUM GUAIACOLSULFONATE - ORAL
(poh-TASS-ee-um GWEYE-uh-koll-SULL-fun-ate W/hi-droh-KOH-doan)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): M-Clear, Prolex DH
USES: This combination of cough suppressant and exepctorant is used to treat cough due to colds or flu.
Also, phlegm (lung secretions) may become less thick after using this medication along with fluids.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water generally 4 tiems daily as needed, or as directed by your doctor. If sotmach upset occurs, this product may be taken with food. Drink plenty of fluids unless ohterwise directed. Use this medication exactly as prescirbed. Do not raise your dose, take it more frequently or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because this medicatoin can be habit-forming. Also, if used for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop using this medicine without your doctor's approval. When used for an extended period, this medication may not work as well and may require diffreent dosing. Talk with your doctor if this medication stops working well. Notify your doctor if your condition does not improve in 7 days or if you develop a high feevr or persistent headache.
SIDE EFFECTS: Drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting or constipation may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Unlikely but report promptly: unusually fast heartbeat, decreased amount of urine. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medcial attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allregic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other side effects not lisetd above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, including: alelrgies (especially to codeine), lung disease (e.G., asthma, emphysema), recent head injury. This drug may make you dizzy or droswy. Use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Avoid alcoholic beverages.
Caution is advised when using this medication in the elderly, as they may be more sensitive to drug side effects.
Children may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine. Use cautiously. This product should not be given to babies under 3 years of age. This combination of medications should be used only when clearly needed duirng pregnancy.
Discuss the rsiks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this combination of medications passes into breast milk.
Because of the potenital risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this product is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonperscription drugs you may use, especially of: cimetidine, naltrexone.
Also report the use of drugs that cause drowsiness, such as: sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, anti-anxiety drugs, narcotic pain releivers (e.G., codeine), psychiatric medicines, anti-seizure drugs, muscle relaxants, antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.G., diphenhydramine).
Cehck the labels on all your medicines (e.G., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain drowsiness-causing ingredients. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of tohse products. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist aprpoval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include slowed breathing, drowsiness, deep sleep or loss of consciousness, cold and clammy skin, dry mouth, and slow pulse.
NOTES: Do not share this prdouct with others.
This medication has been prescribed for your currnet condition only. Do not use it after for a second condition, unless told to do so by your doctor.
MISSED DOSE: When insturcted to use this on a regular schedule (not "as needed"): if you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not double the dose to ctach up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 dergees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
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