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Mucinex

Guaifenesin

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7.5
7.5  Effectiveness
2.2  Side Effects
6  Holistic Benefits

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The generic name of this medication is guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine and the various brand names are Mucinex; Altarussin PE, Ambifed, Biotuss PE, D-Feda II, Despec-SR, Dynex, ExeFen, Guiatex II SR, Maxifed, Maxifed-G, Medent LD, Medent-LDI, Mucinex D, Nasabid SR, Nasatab LA, Nomuc-PE, Poly-Vent IR, Poly-Vent, Jr., Pseudatex, Pseudo GG, Pseudo GG TR, Pseudo Max, Q-Tussin PE, Respaire-120 SR, Robitussin Severe Congestion, Ru-Tuss Jr., Sudafed Non Drying Sinus, SudaTex-G, Touro LA-LD, Triaminic Softchews Chest Congestion, We Mist II LA, We Mist LA

Mucinex is manufactured by the Reckitt Benckiser company.

The active ingredients of this medication are guaifenesin and pseudoepherdrine.

It is primarily used to provide relief from symptoms of cough and clear mucus from the chest caused due to colds; flu; or hay fever.
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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being
Since taking Mucinex, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:
Effect on:Much WorseWorseNo ChangeBetterMuch Better
Appetite 0% 3.2% 82.3% 11.3% 3.2%
Balance/Equilibrium 0% 1.6% 91.8% 4.9% 1.6%
Blood Pressure 1.6% 0% 93.4% 4.9% 0%
Breathing 1.6% 11.3% 61.3% 17.7% 8.1%
Confidence 0% 1.6% 93.4% 1.6% 3.3%
Coordination/Motor Skills 0% 5% 91.7% 0% 3.3%
Digestion 1.6% 1.6% 88.5% 4.9% 3.3%
Emotional Well-being 0% 3.3% 86.9% 4.9% 4.9%
Energy 0% 1.6% 87.1% 6.5% 4.8%
Eyesight 0% 0% 91.8% 6.6% 1.6%
Memory 0% 4.9% 88.5% 1.6% 4.9%
Mental Clarity 0% 3.3% 88.5% 1.6% 6.6%
Pain 1.7% 1.7% 88.3% 5% 3.3%
Patience 0% 1.6% 88.5% 4.9% 4.9%
Sexual Health 1.7% 1.7% 95% 0% 1.7%
Skin Complexion 1.6% 0% 95.1% 3.3% 0%
Sleep 0% 4.8% 75.8% 9.7% 9.7%
Stress Level 0% 1.6% 86.9% 4.9% 6.6%
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Commonly Reported Mucinex Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Anxiety 96.4% 0% 0% 0% 3.6%
Appetite Loss 86.7% 0% 0% 6.7% 6.7%
Blurred Vision 93.3% 3.3% 0% 0% 3.3%
Breathing Difficulties 96.4% 3.6% 0% 0% 0%
Cold Symptoms 90.9% 0% 9.1% 0% 0%
Confusion 90.9% 0% 0% 9.1% 0%
Cough 90.5% 0% 4.8% 4.8% 0%
Depression 90.9% 0% 0% 0% 9.1%
Diarrhea 90.9% 4.5% 0% 4.5% 0%
Dizziness 91.4% 5.2% 0% 3.4% 0%
Drowsiness 85.4% 10.4% 4.2% 0% 0%
Dry Mouth 77.3% 13.6% 4.5% 4.5% 0%
Dry Nose 90.5% 4.8% 4.8% 0% 0%
Dry Throat / Increased Thirst 85.7% 4.8% 9.5% 0% 0%
Fatigue 91.4% 3.4% 1.7% 3.4% 0%
Gas 81.8% 18.2% 0% 0% 0%
Headache 91.4% 5.2% 3.4% 0% 0%
Insomnia 92.9% 3.6% 0% 3.6% 0%
Itching 93.3% 0% 6.7% 0% 0%
Mood Swings 90.9% 0% 0% 0% 9.1%
Muscle Cramping 90.9% 9.1% 0% 0% 0%
Nausea 94.7% 0% 1.8% 0% 3.5%
Runny Nose 95.2% 0% 4.8% 0% 0%
Sensitivity to Light 90.9% 4.5% 0% 0% 4.5%
Skin Rash 96.7% 3.3% 0% 0% 0%
Sneezing 97.6% 2.4% 0% 0% 0%
Sore Throat 95.2% 4.8% 0% 0% 0%
Stomach Ache 81.8% 9.1% 0% 9.1% 0%
Unusual Taste in Mouth 95% 5% 0% 0% 0%
Wheezing 90.5% 9.5% 0% 0% 0%
White Patches in Mouth 93.3% 0% 6.7% 0% 0%
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Less Commonly Reported Mucinex Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Abdominal Pain 97.2% 2.8% 0% 0% 0%
Abnormal / Vivid Dreams 95.2% 0% 4.8% 0% 0%
Appetite Loss 85.7% 4.8% 9.5% 0% 0%
Back Pain 96.7% 3.3% 0% 0% 0%
Constipation 89.5% 5.3% 5.3% 0% 0%
Dehydration / Thirst 81.8% 0% 18.2% 0% 0%
Depression 90.9% 9.1% 0% 0% 0%
Difficulty Urinating 95.2% 4.8% 0% 0% 0%
Dry Throat / Increased Thirst 0% 100% 0% 0% 0%
Fainting 95.2% 4.8% 0% 0% 0%
Insomnia 94.7% 5.3% 0% 0% 0%
Irritability / Impatience 95.2% 0% 0% 0% 4.8%
Lethargy 95.2% 4.8% 0% 0% 0%
Lightheadedness 93.3% 0% 6.7% 0% 0%
Muscle / Joint Pain 93.3% 0% 6.7% 0% 0%
Muscle Cramping 94.7% 5.3% 0% 0% 0%
Nervousness 95.2% 0% 0% 0% 4.8%
Sneezing 0% 100% 0% 0% 0%
Tingling Sensations 95.2% 0% 4.8% 0% 0%
Unusual Taste in Mouth 0% 100% 0% 0% 0%
Wheezing 0% 100% 0% 0% 0%
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User Comments about Mucinex
24 Jan 2012 Mucinex is very good for my allergies. Whenever I have some allergies, what will happen is that I feel a lot better. Very useful.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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01 Jan 2012 I suffer from a cold or allergies at least twice a year that results in lots of congestion, etc., you know the story. This is the first time I've tried Mucinex DM, or any Mucinex product, and so I am a little Leary after reading these reviews. I would agree with an earlier post that if you tend to run on the dydrated side you have to really, really start drinking water. Watch how much goes in and how little comes out. I started to get a headache and a metallic taste in my mouth so I started pounding the water after reading the earlier post. Seems to help a bunch.
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11 Feb 2011 i have taken mucinex in the past for cough with very good results and no issues. this time it is giving me a terrible taste in my mouth and all food and drink taste bad,even water.
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24 Jan 2011 I had endoscopic sinus surgery where seven of my eight sinuses were blocked. And several polyps were removed.
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04 Oct 2010 I like to take Mucinex when I have a cold and I am all clogged up, when I take Mucinex I begin to breath better and then all of my other symptoms seem to go away with it.
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