Guaifenesin generic name?

What is guaifenesin’s generic name?

Guaifenesin is the generic name itself. It’s also used as the active ingredient name on many cough medicines, including expectorants.

What brand names contain guaifenesin?

The brand name varies by manufacturer and country, but many cough products use guaifenesin as the active ingredient—typically labeled as an “expectorant” to help loosen mucus.

Is guaifenesin ever sold under a different generic?

No. “Guaifenesin” is the standardized generic (nonproprietary) drug name. Other terms you may see are brand names or product formulations (for example, combination cold/cough products that include other active ingredients).