Question 1

are there any side effects of mucinex (guaifenesin)?

Accepted Answer

Mucinex (guaifenesin) side effects: Like any medication, there are side effects that can occur with the use of mucinex (guaifenesin). Side effect do not always occur in everyone that takes a medication. Most common with Mucinex (guaifenesin) is nausea and vomiting. Can be as serious as facial swelling: lips, tongue. Always check with your prescribing doctor and pharmacist.

Question 2

what are the chances of having side effects from mucinex (guaifenesin)?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: It is difficult to predict if you would develop any side effects at all from usual dosing of mucinex, (guaifenesin) taken as directed.

Question 3

i took 100mg of tramadol. if i was to take a mucinex-dm tablet would there be any reaction or negative side effects?

Accepted Answer

Several things : Could happen.  Both medications can be sedating so combining the two may make you drowsy.  Also both can enhance serotonin effects in the body like agitation, fever, tremors, palpitations, muscle spasms, and skin flushing.  You may want to review this with your physician if it a combo you feel like you'll needs for several days or more.

Question 4

i was wondering what happends if someone took 2 mucinex (guaifenesin) d60-600 in 2 hours? dose it have any side effects and what can we do ? thank you

Accepted Answer

Mucinex (guaifenesin) D: Two tablets with the Pseudoephedrine will make you feel a little jumpy or may make the heart beat a little more than normal. The Mucinex (guaifenesin) by itself will only cause a headache or a stomach ache.   Feel better.

Question 5

what are the possible side effects of mucinex (guaifenesin) for congestion and how well does it work?

Accepted Answer

Drink water instead: Mucinex (guaifenesin) has few side effects, but you can get the same mucus thinning effect from drinking more water. Save the money and drink more water instead.

Question 6

what are the chances of developing side effects from mucinex (guaifenesin) fast max severe congestion and cough?

Accepted Answer

Side effects: There are side effects with almost every medication you take-over the counter and prescription. Difficult to predict who will experience them and to what extent. Taking the medication as directed can decrease the likelihood in some instances but never any guarantees. Sometimes it's a matter of do the side effects make you feel worse than the medication makes you feel better. Good luck!

Question 7

does mucinex guaifenesin only, have weird side effects? i took night time mucinex as directed and it was not fun... caused a weird floaty feeling and anxiety. im never using that again. guaifenesin only shouldnt do that right? i have a cold. fhanks?

Accepted Answer

: Over the counter cold remedies have side effects. Nasal  saline rinses are often safe and effective for treatment of congestion.

Question 8

has mucinex (guaifenesin) shown any testosterone lowering as a side effect.?

Accepted Answer

Very Doubtful: The only possible correlation with testosterone would be through dehydration and coincidental liver disease.  An on-line study showed no reports of elevated sex hormone binding globulin (linked to testosterone levels) and mucinex (guaifenesin). If you had a hypersensitvity reaction that involved the liver  testosterone could go down.

Question 9

i take paxil (paroxetine) and clonazepam and i have cold/flu i need medicine but the only thing recommended is mucinex dm which never worked for me! is there anything else i can take that is safe less side effects?

Accepted Answer

Try topicals: The only interaction between OTC cold medicines and paroxetine is the increased risk for serotonin syndrome (rare).  If you have a history of this syndrome or any others - I'd call your doctor.  In the meantime - I'd suggest an intranasal spray (Nasacort) and Chloraseptic Max throat drops to treat the symptoms. DayQuil should be ok - but check with your doctor since they know your history. G'luck!

Question 10

took mucinex (guaifenesin) dm  xs for a bad cough with yellow mucus.  it worked great , but i feel like i'm drunk and spaced out . is this a normal side effect ??

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes you can have those symptoms.  Reference: drugs.comNervous system side effects of dextromethorphan have included drowsiness and dizziness. Adverse effects, which have occurred at higher doses, include excitation, mental confusion, and opioid like respiratory depression. In some cases of abuse, patients have experienced euphoria, hyperactivity, mania, and auditory and visual hallucinations.

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Are there any side effects of mucinex (guaifenesin)?

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What are the chances of having side effects from mucinex (guaifenesin)?

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I took 100mg of tramadol. if i was to take a mucinex-dm tablet would there be any reaction or negative side effects?

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I was wondering what happends if someone took 2 mucinex (guaifenesin) d60-600 in 2 hours? dose it have any side effects and what can we do ? thank you

A member asked:

What are the possible side effects of mucinex (guaifenesin) for congestion and how well does it work?

A member asked:

What are the chances of developing side effects from mucinex (guaifenesin) fast max severe congestion and cough?

A member asked:

Does mucinex guaifenesin only, have weird side effects? i took night time mucinex as directed and it was not fun... caused a weird floaty feeling and anxiety. im never using that again. guaifenesin only shouldnt do that right? i have a cold. fhanks?

A member asked:

Has mucinex (guaifenesin) shown any testosterone lowering as a side effect.?

A member asked:

I take paxil (paroxetine) and clonazepam and i have cold/flu i need medicine but the only thing recommended is mucinex dm which never worked for me! is there anything else i can take that is safe less side effects?

A member asked:

Took mucinex (guaifenesin) dm xs for a bad cough with yellow mucus. it worked great , but i feel like i'm drunk and spaced out . is this a normal side effect ??

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