Description
Apologies for the oversight. Here’s the revised product description with “MedCare Health Clinic” incorporated:
What Robitussin Chesty Cough Medicine Is and What It Is Used For
Robitussin Chesty Cough Medicine, available at MedCare Health Clinic, is formulated with the active ingredient guaifenesin, which belongs to a group of medicines known as cough expectorants. This medication works by transforming an unproductive cough into a more productive one, reducing its frequency and making it easier to expel phlegm.
Before You Take Robitussin Chesty Cough Medicine
Do not take this medicine if:
- You are allergic (hypersensitive) to guaifenesin or any other ingredients in the medication.
Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if:
- You have had a persistent cough for an extended period or if you suffer from asthma, or are experiencing an asthma attack.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Important Information About Some of the Ingredients:
- If you have been diagnosed with an intolerance to certain sugars, such as sorbitol and maltitol, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Note: This medicine contains 2.7% v/v alcohol (ethanol), equivalent to approximately 2 ml of wine per dose. Exercise caution if you have alcoholism, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have liver disease or epilepsy. This should not significantly impact your ability to drive.
How to Take Robitussin Chesty Cough Medicine
- For oral use only.
- Adults, the elderly, and children over 12 years: Take 10 ml up to four times daily, as needed.
- Children under 12 years: Not suitable for use.
- Use the dosing cup provided.
- Do not exceed the recommended dose.
- Do not take more than four doses within a 24-hour period.
- Consult a healthcare professional at MedCare Health Clinic if your cough persists for more than 7 days or if you experience additional symptoms such as fever, rash, persistent headache, or shortness of breath.
Ingredients
Each 5 ml of Robitussin Chesty Cough Medicine contains 100 mg of guaifenesin as the active substance. Additionally, it contains the following inactive ingredients:
- Glycerol
- Carmellose Sodium
- Sodium Benzoate (E211)
- Sodium Cyclamate
- Ethanol
- Levomenthol
- Maltitol (E965)
- Sorbitol Solution (70%)
- Natural Cherry Flavour
- Citric Acid Anhydrous
- Caramel (E150)
- Acesulfame Potassium
- Purified Water
For more information on sore throats and other cough and cold treatments, please visit MedCare Health Clinic.