Bronchial Asthma Relief
Walgreens Company
Contract Pharmacal Corp
Bronchial Asthma Relief
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Drug Facts
(in each tablet)
Ephedrine HCl, USP 12.5 mg
Guaifenesin, USP 200 mg
Bronchodilator
Expectorant
- for temporarily relief of mild symptoms of intermittent asthma:
- wheezing
- tightness of chest
- shortness of breath
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus, and make coughs more productive
Asthma alert: Because asthma may be life threatening, see a doctor if you
- are not better in 60 minutes
- get worse
- need 12 tablets in any day
- use more than 8 tablets a day for more than 3 days a week
- have more than 2 asthma attacks a week
These may be signs that your asthma is getting worse
- unless a doctor said you have asthma
- if you are now taking prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAIO) (certain drugs taken for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAIO drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAIO, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
before use if you have:
- ever been hospitalized for asthma
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- diabetes
- thyroid disease
- seizures
- narrow angle glaucoma
- a psychiatric or emotional condition
- trouble urinating due to enlargement of the prostate gland
- cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
- cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
before use if you are
- taking prescription drugs for asthma, obesity, weight control, depression, or psychiatric or emotional conditions
- taking any drug that contains phenylephrine, pseudoephedrine, ephedrine, or caffeine (such as for allergy, cough-cold, or pain)
and ask a doctor if
- your asthma is getting worse (see Asthma alert)
- you have difficulty sleeping
- you have rapid heartbeat
- you have tremors, nervousness, or seizure
- cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache, these could be signs of a serious condition.
this product
- your blood pressure or heart rate may go up. This could increase your risk of heart attack or stroke, which may cause death.
- your risk of heart attack or stroke increases if you:
- have a history of high blood pressure or heart disease
- take this product more frequently or take more than the recommended dose
- avoid foods or beverages that contain caffeine
- avoid dietary supplements containing ingredients reported or claimed to have a stimulant effect
ask a health professional before use.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center right away.
- do not exceed dosage
- this adult product is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age
adults and children 12 years of age and over | take 1-2 tablets every 4 hours as needed, not to exceed 12 tablets in 24 hours |
children under 12 years of age | ask a doctor |
Other information
store at room temperature, USP
D&C Yellow #10 Lake, Magnesium Stearate, Maltodextrin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Povidone, Silica and Stearic Acid
REV 05/12
Intentional abuse of this product can be harmful or fatal
Distribution of this product requires a DEA License
Tamper evident: Do Not USE IF CARTON HAS BEEN OPENED OR BLISTER UNITS ARE TORN OR BROKEN
GLUTEN FREE
‡Walgreens Pharmacist Survey Study, November 2010
#This product is not manufactured or distributed by Pfizer Consumer Healthcare, owner of the registered trademark Primatene®
WALGREENS PHARMACIST RECOMMENDED‡
Ephedrine HCl, USP 12.5 mg/ Bronchodilator
Guaifenesin, USP 200 mg/ Expectorant
- Helps breathing without drowsiness
- Restores free breathing
- Loosens phlegm
Compare to Primatene®
active ingredients#
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NOT FOR SALE TO MINORS
Bronchial Asthma ReliefEphedrine HCl, Guaifenesin TABLET
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