Potassium Guaiacol Sulphonate
Potassium Guaiacol Sulphonate Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Guaiacol sulfonate (also called sulfoguaiacolum) is an aromatic sulfonic acid used in medicine as an expectorant
Trade Name | Potassium Guaiacol Sulphonate |
Generic | Potassium Guaiacol Sulphonate |
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Therapeutic Class | Cough expectorants & mucolytics |
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Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Common cold, Cough and common cold, Flu, Hay fever, Respiratory tract infections
Dosage
Potassium Guaiacol Sulphonate dosage
Adult: 1 to 2 teaspoonful 2-4 times daily is the usual dose.
Side Effects
Mild irritation of the bronchial mucus membrane.
Precaution
Some medical conditions may interact with guaifenesin/potassium guaiacolsulfonate: Pregnancy or breast-feeding. If chronic cough that occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema, or if cough occurs with large amounts of mucus.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
Pregnancy Category C. Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
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