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Mucinex is a brand name for an over-the-counter medication that contains guaifenesin. Despite its effectiveness in clearing chest congestion from a cold or flu, Mucinex poses a risk for side effects in some patients.
Types of Side Effects
Common side effects of Mucinex include diarrhea, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting and stomach pain, reports the Mayo Clinic.
Solution
If you experience nausea or vomiting from taking Mucinex, your symptoms may improve by taking the medication with food, suggests Drugs.com.
Warning
Because Mucinex may cause drowsiness or dizziness, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how the medication affects you. Because Mucinex is an extended release tablet, crushing, smashing or chewing the medication before swallowing it may increase your risk of side effects, cautions Drugs.com.
Risks
Though rare, it is possible to develop a skin rash or hives due to a hypersensitivity or allergy to Mucinex, reports Drugs.com.
Considerations
Because its possible side effects to developing babies are unknown, doctors rarely recommend Mucinex for pregnant women. If you have a cough or congestion due to smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema, it is not safe for you to take Mucinex, cautions Drugs.com.
Source:
Mayo Clinic: Guiafenesin (Oral Route)
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