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What is Robitussin Chesty Cough Medicine?

Robitussin Chesty Cough Medicine contains the active ingredient guaifenesin.  This belongs to a group of medicines called cough expectorants that work by changing an unproductive cough to a cough that is more productive and less frequent.

What causes a cough?

A cough is our body?s reflex action to clear the airways of mucus and irritants such as dust or smoke. Coughs usually short-term and are rarely a sign of something serious. A chesty cough involves phlegm that has been produced to clear out the airways. There are many causes of short-term chesty coughs including:

• An upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) which affects the throat, windpipe or sinuses, such as a cold or the flu
• An allergy
• A flare-up of a long-term condition, such as asthma

How can Robitussin treat a chesty cough?

Robtussin Chesty Cough Medicine contains the active ingredient guaifenesin which belongs to a group of medicines known as cough expectorants. This ingredient works by changing the cough into a cough that is more productive and less frequent, to help reduce discomfort. The syrup format is easy to administer and can be taken up to 4 times a day to provide relief and improve symptoms of your cough.

How to use this product

This product is for oral use only and should be used as instructed in the patient information leaflet or as described by your doctor or a Chemist4U pharmacist.

For adults, the elderly and children over the age of 12: take 10ml up to 4 times daily, as required. Use the dosing cup provided.

Do NOT exceed the stated dose.

Discontinue use of this product if you have had a cough for more than 7 days or if you have any other symptoms, which may be related to your cough, e.g. fever, rash, persistent headache or shortness of breath.

If you take too much of this medicine, consult your doctor or hospital immediately. If you forget to take your medicine, take your a dose when you need to, providing the last dose was taken at least 4 hours ago.

Warnings

Do NOT exceed the stated dose. Discontinue using this medicine and seek advice from your doctor or a Chemist4U pharmacist if you have had a cough for more than 7 days or you have a fever, rash or persistent headache. If you take more medicine than you should, consult your doctor or a hospital immediately.

When NOT to use this product

Do NOT take this product if you are allergic to guaifenesin or any of the other ingredients in this medicine (see ingredients tab for full list). Speak to your doctor before taking this medicine if you:

• Have had a cough for a long time
• Have had asthma
• Are suffering from an asthma attack
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding

Always read the label before use.

Warnings

This medicine contains dextromethorphan which can cause dependency, therefore it should be used with care. Caution is advised if this product is to be used by an adolescent or those who have had a drug dependency in the past. Treatment should be short in duration. This medicine can affect your ability to drive, as it may make you sleepy or dizzy. Do NOT drive or operate machinery when using this product until you know how it affects you.

Side Effects

Like all medicines, Robitussin can cause side effects, although not everybody will experience them. Side effects are rare, but if you experience any of the following side effects, discontinue use and seek immediate medical advice:

• Itchy skin
• Rashes
• Difficulty breathing
• Faster heart rate
• Swelling of the face or throat

Important Information

This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or a pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to [link removed by eBay]

If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.