Xpect-HC Oral

Xpect-HC Oral Uses

This medication is used for temporary relief of coughs that are caused by certain infections of the air passages (e.g., bronchitis, sinusitis, common cold). Controlling your cough may help decrease time lost from work or school. This product is usually not used for an ongoing cough from smoking or long-term breathing problems (e.g., chronic bronchitis, emphysema) unless directed by your doctor. This product contains 2 medicines, guaifenesin and hydrocodone. Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It works by thinning and loosening phlegm in the airways. This helps the cough to clear phlegm better and make breathing easier. Hydrocodone is a narcotic cough suppressant that works by decreasing the urge to cough.

Do not use this medication in children younger than 6 years unless specifically directed by the doctor. To decrease the risk for serious side effects, carefully follow all of the doctor's dosage directions. Do not give other cough and cold medication that might contain the same or similar ingredients (see also Drug Interactions section). Ask your doctor or pharmacist about other ways to relieve cough and cold symptoms (e.g., saline nose drops/spray, using a humidifier or infant nasal suction bulb).

How To Use Xpect-HC Oral

Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually twice daily (12 hours apart) or as directed by your doctor. For best results, take with a full glass of water. The dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and response to treatment. Swallow this medication whole. Do not crush or chew the tablets. Doing so can destroy the long action of the drug and may increase side effects. Some sustained-release tablets may be carefully split in half as directed by your doctor. However, do not crush or chew the split tablet. Do not take more than the maximum daily dose for your age group unless instructed to do so by your doctor.

Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication unless your doctor instructs you otherwise. This may help to relieve congestion.

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