Virtussin A/C by Virtus Pharmaceuticals
Dosage form: liquid
Ingredients: Codeine phosphate 10mg in 5mL, Guaifenesin 100mg in 5mL
Labeler: Virtus Pharmaceuticals
NDC code: 69543-252
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 24, 2024.
Drug Facts
| Active ingredients (in each 5 mL = 1 tsp) | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Codeine phosphate, USP 10 mg | Antitussive |
| Guaifenesin, USP 100 mg | Expectorant |
- temporarily relieves:
- cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold or inhaled irritants
- your cough to help you sleep
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive.
Ask your doctor before use if
- you have a persistent cough, this may be a sign of a serious condition
- you have a persistent cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema
- you have a cough that is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus)
- you have chronic pulmonary disease or shortness of breath
- giving to a child who is taking other drugs
When using this product
- giving a higher dose than recommended by a doctor could result in serious side effects for your child. A special measuring device should be used to give an accurate dose of this product to children under 6 years of age.
- may cause or aggravate constipation
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- symptoms do not improve within 7 days, tend to recur or are accompanied by fever and rash or persistent headache. These may be symptoms of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of the reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
- do not exceed 6 doses in 24 hours.
| Adults and children 12 years of age and over: | 2 tsp (10 mL) every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor. |
| Children 6 to under 12 years of age: | 1 tsp (5 mL) every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor. |
| Children under 6 years of age: | Consult a doctor. |
Store at controlled room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F). You may report side effects by calling 1-888-848-3593 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Cherry flavor, citric acid, methylparaben, potassium citrate, potassium sorbate, propylparaben, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol, sucralose.
NDC: 69543-252-16
Virtussin
A/C
Antitussive
Expectorant
CV
ALCOHOL-FREE / SUGAR-FREE
Each 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) contains:
Codeine phosphate, USP 10 mg
Guaifenesin, USP 100 mg
(WARNING: May be habit-forming)
Tamper evident by foil
seal under cap.
Do not use if foil seal is
broken or missing.
16 fl. oz. (473 mL)
VIRTUS®
PHARMACEUTICALS
| VIRTUSSIN A/C
codeine phosphate and guaifenesin liquid |
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| Labeler - Virtus Pharmaceuticals (079659493) |
Further information
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