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Akin

guaifenesin · Akin is an expectorant (over-the-counter) containing guaifenesin, made by Southern Sales & Service, Inc..

Type
Over the counter
Drug class
Expectorant
Route
Oral
Manufacturers
1

helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive

Drug facts

Generic name
guaifenesin
Active ingredients
Guaifenesin
Drug class
Expectorant
Dosage forms
Solution
Label holder
Southern Sales & Service, Inc.
FDA application
M012
Label updated
11/29/2023

Active ingredients

(in each 5ml tsp.) Active ingredient Guaifenesin USP 100 mg

Purpose

Expectorant

Uses

Helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive

Directions

Do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period. adults and children 12 years and over 10 to 20 ml (2 to 4 teaspoonfuls every 4 hours or as directed by doctor) children under 12 years do not use

Warnings

Do not take this product for persistent or chronic couch such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema, or where cough is accompanied by excessive phlegm(mucus) unless directed by a doctor."

Ask a doctor before use

And ask a doctor if cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache, consult a doctor. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition.

Stop use and ask a doctor

Cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache, consult a doctor. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition.

Pregnancy or breastfeeding

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.

Keep out of reach of children

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Inactive ingredients

Propylene glycol, glycerine, citric acid, sucralose, sodium citrate, potasium sorbate, methylparaben, propylparaben, cherry flavor, menthol, FD &C Red # 40, caramel color, purified water.

Forms and strengths

From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes

Dosage formStrengthRouteNDCs
Solution100 mg/5mLoral1

Side effect reports to FDA

FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), 30,321 reports that list guaifenesin, data through 07/30/2026

Anyone can report a problem to FDA, and a report does not mean the drug caused the problem. Reports can be duplicated or incomplete, and counts depend on how widely a drug is used. Do not stop or change a medicine because of this list. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Most often reported reactions

  • Drug ineffective2,522
  • Dyspnea2,264
  • Fatigue1,855
  • Nausea1,821
  • Diarrhea1,720
  • Pneumonia1,708
  • Cough1,649
  • Headache1,586
  • Dizziness1,450
  • Pain1,294

To report a side effect, use FDA MedWatch.

Manufacturers and labels

1 FDA label

  • Southern Sales & Service, Inc.Shown hereM012 · Label 11/29/2023 · NDC 69822-200Full label

Related recalls

FDA drug recalls that name this drug or its active ingredient

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Akin: common questions

What is Akin used for?
helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive
Is Akin a prescription drug?
No. Akin is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Akin?
Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Guaifenesin, mucus relief, Mucus Relief, Maximum Strength Mucus Relief.
Who makes Akin?
Southern Sales & Service, Inc. lists Akin with the FDA.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 11/29/2023 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice