Biotussin DAC and Carbatuss

• Generic Name: codeine / guaifenesin / pseudoephedrine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ambifed CD, Biotussin DAC, Cheratussin DAC, Guaifen DAC, Lortuss EX, Maxifed-G CD, Nucofed Pediatric Expectorant, Tricode GF, Tusnel C, Virtussin DAC, Virtussin DAC

Codeine is a narcotic cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

Biotussin DAC is a combination medicine used to treat cough, stuffy nose, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Biotussin DAC will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

Biotussin DAC may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: carbetapentane / guaifenesin / phenylephrine
• Dosage Forms: oral liquid
• Other Brand Names: Albatussin

Carbatrol is an anticonvulsant. It works by decreasing nerve impulses that cause seizures and pain.

Carbatrol is used to treat seizures and nerve pain such as trigeminal neuralgia and diabetic neuropathy. This medicine is also used to treat bipolar disorder.

Carbatrol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.