How to use Cheratussin AC. Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually every 4 to 6 hours as needed with a full glass of water (8 ounces or 240 milliliters) or as directed by your doctor. This medication can be taken with food if stomach upset occurs.
Does Cheratussin cause drowsiness?
Cheratussin AC may impair your thinking or reactions. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medicine will affect you. Dizziness or severe drowsiness can cause falls or other accidents.5 ene 2021
How much Cheratussin should I take?
Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Take 2 teaspoon (10 ml) by mouth every 4 hours as needed. Children 6 years to 12 years of age: Take 1 teaspoon (5 ml) by mouth every 4 hours as needed. Children 2 years to 6 years of age: Consult a doctor.
How should cough syrup be taken?
Take the tablet, capsule, or liquid form by mouth with or without food. Follow the directions for dosing on the label, or take as directed by your doctor. Drink plenty of fluids when you use this medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor. The fluid will help loosen the mucus in your lungs.
Does Cheratussin help with cough?
It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth. Cheratussin AC is a combination medicine used to treat cough and chest congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.5 ene 2021
How much cough syrup with codeine should I take?
Adults and children 12 years of age and older—5 milliliters (mL) (1 teaspoonful) every 4 to 6 hours. Do not take more than 30 mL in 24 hours. Children 6 to 11 years of age—2.5 to 5 mL (0.5 to 1 teaspoonful) every 4 to 6 hours. Do not take more than 30 mL in 24 hours.
What is Cheratussin good for?
This combination medication is used to temporarily treat coughing and chest congestion symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, or other breathing illnesses (e.g., sinusitis, bronchitis). Guaifenesin is an expectorant that helps thin and loosen mucus in the lungs, making it easier to cough up the mucus.
Is cough syrup a decongestant?
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that affects a certain part of the brain (cough center), reducing the urge to cough. This product also contains a decongestant, which helps relieve stuffy nose symptoms.