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(also known as GuaiLife, Humibid, Mucinex, Robitussin)
Guaifenesin is used to help coughs caused by colds or similar illnesses clear mucus or phlegm (pronounced flem) from the chest. It works by thinning the mucus or phlegm in the lungs.
Some guaifenesin preparations are available only with your doctor's prescription.
Common Brand Names:
Allfen
More Information About Guaifenesin

Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Fibromyalgia | 386 |
58% |
| COPD & Emphysema | 6 |
100% |
| Environmental Allergies | 4 |
100% |
| Chronic Fatigue Syndrome | 3 |
67% |
| Asthma | 2 |
100% |
Overall, 61% (415
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Guaifenesin Reviews
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Yes, but S-L-O-W-L-Y (like water over rocks!) I've been on increasing dosages since 2000 (under my M.D., a physiatrist's, care). If I stop taking I get worse, but dosage has to increase VERY gradually or I get a flare up.
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worked somewhat - made me too sleepy tho
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Haven't noticed any relief except during sinus infections.
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I also have severe allergies so this helps prevent sinus problems and infections.
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I like this for several reasons. It seems to help with keeping the mucous flowing. I tend to dry out with medication and then I can't breath as well which affects my ability to sleep. Helps my energy level.
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Still like Guaifenisin for control of sinus/ allergy symptoms.
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I stopped it for a couple of yrs because the protocol is hard to follow. Just started again; my energy is better than it has been in ages! No side effects. Use Mucinex, or Sologuai, per St. Amand
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dIt has helped alot. When I fail to take is regularly, my foot-slap gait returns as well as increaesd pain. Causes dry mouth and sweating.
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I take from 1200 to 2400 mgs per day when I am in a cycle of pain. It does help, and makes my foot-slapping gait go away, as well as improving the neuropathy of fibromyalgia in my toes on one foot.Main side effect for me and my sister who also has fibromyalgia is that it makes us so hot. Cannot tolerate it in the hot summertime.
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sometimes it works, sometimes not
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Discussions
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GUAIFENESIN / Mucinex
If they haven't tried Guaifenesin and have trouble breathing yes I do . It sure cant hurt and can do a lot of good . [More] -
GUAIFENESIN / Mucinex
Are you saying that everyone with emphysema should take mucinex? xoxo katie [More] -
GUAIFENESIN / Mucinex
Thank you Holly I agree it is the best over the counter med for Emphysema even if Im not showing the phlegm through caughing and such it is still ther... [More] -
GUAIFENESIN / Mucinex
You are so kind Holly in thinking of others when you are not well yourself. As you know I don't get phlegm myself but I am sure there are many who ... [More] -
GUAIFENESIN / Mucinex
Guaifenesin is called an expectorant. It works by thinning phlegm in the respiratory tract. This helps the cough to clear phlegm better. This form ... [More]





