Guaifenesin

Guaifenesin

Guaifenesin is an expectorant that may help with thinning and loosening mucus in the airways, clearing congestion and making breathing easier. It is normally used to treat coughs and congestion caused by the common cold, bronchitis and other breathing illnesses. Guaifenesin does not shorten the length of the common cold; it simply helps alleviate your symptoms for a short while.

Guaifenesin For Cold And Cough

Guaifenesin is included in a number of cold and flu medications, but it is also available on its own under brand names such as Mucinex, Robitussin y Antitussin. It is available in several forms, including a solution, syrup, liquid, tablet, packet and extended release tablet. Guaifenesin should not be given to young children under the age of six because they can experience serious side effects.

If you are self-treating with Guaifenesin, you should follow the package directions carefully to ensure safe and consistent treatment. These instructions usually say one short-acting dose every four hours or one long-acting dose every 12 hours. Side effects are rare but can include nausea, vomiting or allergic reaction.

Guaifenesin For Fibromyalgia

Guaifenesin is also used in the Guaifenesin Protocol for symptoms of fibromyalgia, a long-term disorder that causes musculoskeletal pain, fatigue and tenderness without a known cause. Some believe that Guaifenesin can treat fibromyalgia because it is uricosuric, meaning that it removes uric acid from the body. Used in combination with a low-carbohydrate diet and an avoidance of salicylates, you could experience a lessening in fibromyalgia symptoms thanks to Guaifenesin. There have been no significant studies that have proven Guaifenesin to have any impact on fibromyalgia, so take this research with a grain of salt.

Most importantly, Guaifenesin is a useful expectorant to help clear mucus and congestion caused by the common cold or bronquitis. If you are having trouble quieting your cough or making your cough more productive (in terms of coughing up mucus), Guaifenesin can help. It is important to follow the instructions and check that it doesn't interact with any of your other medications before starting treatment.