Guiadrine DX
Generic name:dextromethorphan hydrobromide and guaifenesin
Dosage form: oral liquid
Drug class:Upper respiratory combinations
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 21, 2021.
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Alcohol Free • Sugar Free
Guiadrine DX Description
A clear, purple liquid having a grape flavor and odor. Each teaspoonful (5mL) contains:
| Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, USP | 25 mg |
| Guaifenesin, USP | 225 mg |
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Saccharin Sodium, Propylene Glycol, Polyethylene Glycol, Sorbitol Solution, Sucralose, Grape Flavor, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40 and Purified Water.
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is an antitussive with the chemical name 3-Methoxy-17-methyl-9α, 13α, 14α-morphinan hydrobromide monohydrate. Its structure is as follows:
C18H25NO • HBr • H2O M.W. 370.32
Guaifenesin is an expectorant with the chemical name 1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)-, (±)-. Its structural formula is as follows:
C10H14O4 M.W. 198.22
