Table 7 Examples of currently available over-the-counter guaifenesin formulations and recommended doses in the US and Canada
From: Role of guaifenesin in the management of chronic bronchitis and upper respiratory tract infections
Formulation | Population | Recommended doses | Available dosage form – Product example(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
Immediate-release | Children – 2 to <6 years | US: 50–100 mg up to 4-hourly; max 600 mg/day Canada: Not recommended | Syrup – CVS Health® Children’s Mucus Relief Chest Congestion Soft chews – Kids-EEZE® Chest Relief |
Immediate-release | Children – 6 to <12 years | US: 100–200 mg up to 4-hourly; max 1200 mg/day Canada: Not recommended | Syrup – CVS Health® Children’s Mucus Relief Chest Congestion Soft chews – Kids-EEZE® Chest Relief |
Immediate-release | Adults and children 12 years and older | US: 200–400 mg up to 4-hourly; max 2400 mg/day Canada: 200–400 mg up to 6-hourly; max 1600 mg/day | Tablet – Bidex® Syrup – Robitussin® Mucus & Chest Congestion; Scot-Tussin Expectorant Soft chews – Kids-EEZE® Chest Relief |
Extended-release | Adults and children 12 years and older | US: 600–1200 mg up to 12-hourly; max 2400 mg/day Canada: 600 mg (1 tablet) up to 12-hourly; max 1200 mg/day (2 tablets) | Tablet – Mucinex® |