Robitussin

Purpose of Robitussin

Robitussin Cough+Chest Congestion DM is an over-the-counter medication used to relieve cough and to loosen phlegm (mucus).

Active Ingredients

Robitussin Cough+Chest Congestion DM and Robitussin Cough+Chest Congestion DM Sugar Free: dextromethorphan 10 mg and guaifenesin 100 mg

Robitussin Cough+Chest Congestion DM Max: dextromethorphan 10 mg and guaifenesin 200 mg

Inactive Ingredients

Robitussin Cough+Chest Congestion DM: anhydrous citric acid, FD&C red no. 40, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, menthol, natural flavor, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sucralose

Robitussin Cough+Chest Congestion DM Sugar Free: acesulfame potassium, artificial & natural flavor, citric acid monohydrate, glycerin, methylparaben, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate

Robitussin Cough+Chest Congestion DM Max: anhydrous citric acid, artificial & natural flavors, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, D&C red no. 33, FD&C red no. 40, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, menthol, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, xanthan gum

Robitussin FDA Warning

Do not use if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Ask a doctor before use if you have:

  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
  • cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema

Stop use and ask a doctor if your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

Directions

  • Shake well before using.
  • Do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period.
  • This adult product is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age.

For adults and children 12 years and over, take 2 to 4 teaspoons every 4 hours.

Pediatric Use

For children under 12 years, do not use this product.

Other Information About Robitussin

Robitussin Cough and Chest Congestion DM:

  • Each teaspoon contains 7 mg sodium.
  • Store at room temperature between 20-25°C (68-77°F).
  • Dosage cup provided.

Robitussin Cough and Chest Congestion DM Sugar Free:

  • Each teaspoon contains 4 mg sodium.
  • Store at room temperature between 20-25°C (68-77°F).
  • Alcohol-free.
  • Dosage cup provided.

Robitussin Cough and Chest Congestion DM Max:

  • Each teaspoon contains 5 mg sodium.
  • Store at room temperature between 20-25°C (68-77°F).
  • Alcohol-free.
  • Dosage cup provided.