Typical dosage for Guaifenesin/Codeine
Each 5 mL contains 10 mg of codeine and 100 mg of guaifenesin.
- Adults and children ages 12 years and older: The typical dose is 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) by mouth every 4 hours as needed for cough symptoms. Don't take more than 6 doses in 24 hours.
- Children younger than 12 years old: Talk with your child's provider. The FDA currently warns against giving codeine medications for cough to children under 12 years old.
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