QUIBRON-300

Drug Name: QUIBRON-300

QUIBRON-300 DESCRIPTION:
GUAIFENESIN WITH THEOPHYLLINE - ORAL (gweye-FEN-eh-sin WITH thee-OFF-ih-lin)

COMMON QUIBRON-300 BRAND NAME(S):
Broncomar GG, Quibron, Slo-Phyllin GG, Theomar GG

QUIBRON-300 SIDE EFFECTS:
Headache, stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, anxiety, irritability or nervousness may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, a rapid pulse, pounding or irregular heartbeat, skin rash, vomiting, flushing, sleeplessness, dizziness, tremors, mental confusion. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE QUIBRON-300:
QUIBRON-300: Take QUIBRON-300 as prescribed. Be sure to follow instructions closely. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed. QUIBRON-300 is best taken with a full glass of water after a meal or snack. Notify your doctor if breathing difficulty continues or becomes worse.

QUIBRON-300 USES:
Guaifenesin is an expectorant which helps to loosen mucus. Theophylline acts to widen air passages in the lungs to make breathing easier. This combination medication is used to relieve symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, hay fever, sinusitis and other respiratory illnesses.

QUIBRON-300 PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have: kidney problems, heart disease, lung disease (e.g., asthma, emphysema), high blood pressure, ulcers, seizures, glaucoma, allergies. Smoking can reduce the effects of QUIBRON-300. Inform your doctor if you smoke before taking this. QUIBRON-300 should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of QUIBRON-300 are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

QUIBRON-300 DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: blood pressure drugs, anti-seizure drugs, antibiotics, steroids, thyroid hormones, water pills (diuretics), fluvoxamine (an SSRI antidepressant), birth control pills. Limit your intake of caffeine-containing products while taking QUIBRON-300 as it can increase the risk of side effects. Caffeine is found in coffee, tea, cola, cocoa and chocolate. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

QUIBRON-300 OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include headache, vomiting, fast heartbeat, restlessness, and seizures.

QUIBRON-300 NOTES:
Drink plenty of fluids, especially water while taking this medication. It will help to break up mucus and clear congestion.

MISSED QUIBRON-300 DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

QUIBRON-300 STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.