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Guaifenesin INN

Expectorant that loosens phlegm to make coughs productive.

Clinical information

Common uses

loosening phlegm and thinning bronchial secretions

Cautions

ask a doctor for chronic or very phlegmy cough
see a doctor if cough lasts over 7 days or with fever

Pregnancy: ask a health professional before use

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, Guaifed (guaifenesin) liquid label, setid 38f37272-2084-a33b-e063-6294a90ac150 (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations2

Brand name	Dosage form	Strength	Importer	Category
BREACOL EXPECTORANT FOR ADULTS	Oral liquid ( Syrup )	100mg/5ml ( 60ml )	Life Support Pvt.Ltd	POM
BREACOL EXPECTORANT FOR ADULTS	Oral liquid ( Syrup )	100mg/5ml ( 120ml )	Life Support Pvt.Ltd	POM