How much does salbutamol + guaifenesin cost in the Philippines?
I can’t give a reliable PH price without a specific product name/brand (because “salbutamol + guaifenesin” is sold in different strengths and dosage forms, and prices vary by manufacturer, pack size, and pharmacy).
If you share any of the following, I can narrow it down to the closest match:
- Brand name (or a photo of the box/label)
- Dosage form (syrup, tablet, etc.)
- Strength per mL or per tablet (e.g., “salbutamol X mg + guaifenesin Y mg”)
- Pack size (how many mL/tablets)
- Your city/province or which pharmacy you’re checking (e.g., Watsons, Mercury Drug)
Why PH prices vary so much for this combo
Prices in the Philippines commonly differ due to:
- Different strengths (salbutamol dosing differs across products)
- Syrup vs. solid dosage forms
- Whether it’s branded or generics
- Pack size and whether it’s in larger hospital/retail packs
What to check at the pharmacy to avoid paying for the wrong one
When you ask for “salbutamol guaifenesin,” tell the counter staff the exact:
- Active ingredients and strength
- Dosage form (syrup vs tablets)
- Bottle size (for syrups) or tablet count
This helps prevent price surprises from dispensing a different formulation.
Is there a cheaper alternative if the combo is expensive?
Common cost-lowering options include:
- Switching from a branded version to a generic (same active ingredients and same strength)
- Using separate medicines (one for salbutamol and one for guaifenesin), but only if your prescriber/label allows that substitution
To confirm the closest alternatives, I’d need your exact brand/strength.
Sources
No reliable Philippines retail pricing source was provided with your question, and I can’t look up current store prices from here. If you want, tell me the brand/strength and I’ll help you estimate a realistic range based on comparable products and help you decide what to ask for at the counter.