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Brand Names: A-Cof DH, Canges-XP, Codiclear DH, Condasin, Cotuss V, Execlear, Extendryl HC, Hycotuss Expectorant, Hydrocod-GF, Kwelcof, Monte-G HC, Narcof, Pancof XP, Pneumotussin 2.5, Relasin-HCX, Touro HC, Tussicle, Tusso-DF, Vi-Q-Tuss, Vitussin Expectorant, Xpect-HC, Z-Cof HCX

Generic Name: guaifenesin and hydrocodone (Pronunciation: gwye FEN e sin and HYE droe KOE done)

• What is guaifenesin and hydrocodone (A-Cof DH, Canges-XP, Codiclear DH, Condasin, Cotuss V, Execlear, Extendryl HC, Hycotuss Expectorant, Hydrocod-GF, Kwelcof, Monte-G HC, Narcof, Pancof XP, Pneumotussin 2.5, Relasin-HCX, Touro HC, Tussicle, Tusso-DF, Vi-Q-Tuss, Vitussin Expectorant, Xpect-HC, Z-Cof HCX)?
• What are the possible side effects of guaifenesin and hydrocodone?
• What is the most important information I should know about guaifenesin and hydrocodone?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking guaifenesin and hydrocodone?
• How should I take guaifenesin and hydrocodone?
• What happens if I miss a dose?
• What happens if I overdose?
• What should I avoid while taking guaifenesin and hydrocodone?
• What other drugs will affect guaifenesin and hydrocodone?
• Where can I get more information?

What is guaifenesin and hydrocodone (A-Cof DH, Canges-XP, Codiclear DH, Condasin, Cotuss V, Execlear, Extendryl HC, Hycotuss Expectorant, Hydrocod-GF, Kwelcof, Monte-G HC, Narcof, Pancof XP, Pneumotussin 2.5, Relasin-HCX, Touro HC, Tussicle, Tusso-DF, Vi-Q-Tuss, Vitussin Expectorant, Xpect-HC, Z-Cof HCX)?

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.

Hydrocodone is a narcotic cough suppressant.

Guaifenesin and hydrocodone is used to treat cough and reduce chest congestion caused by the common cold, flu, or allergies.

Guaifenesin and hydrocodone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of guaifenesin and hydrocodone?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

• slow heart rate, weak or shallow breathing;
• feeling like you might pass out;
• confusion, fear, unusual thoughts or behavior;
• seizure (convulsions); or
• urinating less than usual or not at all.

Less serious side effects may include:

• dizziness, drowsiness;
• nausea, vomiting, upset stomach;
• blurred vision;
• constipation;
• dry mouth; or
• sweating.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about guaifenesin and hydrocodone?

This medication may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.

Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of guaifenesin and hydrocodone.

Tell your doctor if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as other cold or allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by guaifenesin and hydrocodone.

Hydrocodone may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Keep the medication in a secure place where others cannot get to it.

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