Brompheniramine / Codeine / Guaifenesin
Brompheniramine/codeine/guaifenesin is a combination medication used to treat cough and cold symptoms. It combines an antihistamine, an opioid cough suppressant, and an expectorant to address multiple symptoms including coughing, congestion, and mucus buildup. This medication is typically prescribed for respiratory conditions accompanied by productive cough.
A combination cough and cold medication that suppresses cough, relieves congestion, and helps loosen mucus.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1008059
- Generic
- Brompheniramine / Codeine / Guaifenesin
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Temporary relief of symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, or respiratory infections, including cough, nasal congestion, sneezing, runny nose, and chest congestion.
Brompheniramine blocks histamine receptors to reduce allergic symptoms; codeine suppresses the cough reflex in the brain; and guaifenesin thins and loosens mucus in the airways to make coughs more productive.
Contains codeine, an opioid that carries risk of dependence, drowsiness, and respiratory depression. Avoid alcohol and operating machinery. Not recommended for children under 18 years old. May interact with other sedatives or opioid medications. Consult a healthcare provider before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other medications.
Official drug label
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