Generic name:dextromethorphan and guaifenesin [ DEX-troe-me-THOR-fan-and-gwye-FEN-e-sin ]
Brand names: Aquatab DM, Broncotron, Coricidin HBP Chest Congestion & Cough, DayQuil Mucus Control DM, Delsym Cough Plus Chest Congestion DM,
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Drug class:Upper respiratory combinations
What is Mucinex DM?
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. Guaifenesin is an expectorant.
Mucinex DM is a combination medicine used to treat cough and chest congestion caused by the common cold or allergies.
Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking.
There are many brands and forms of this medication available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet.
Mucinex DM may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use Mucinex DM if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, lin
