cervifen 200mg tablet - Guaifenesin (200mg) medicine

cervifen 200mg tablet

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Guaifenesin (200mg)
🏭 Rowez Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd. 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Oct 16, 2026
📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available
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Clinical Reference Standards: CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation), Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) & WHO | Last Updated: September 2026
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What is cervifen 200mg tablet used for?

This medicine contains Guaifenesin (200mg) and is used to treat RESPIRATORY. Increases respiratory tract fluid output and reduces mucus viscosity.. Always consult your doctor before use.

  • Generic Name: Guaifenesin
  • Manufacturer: Rowez Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: Category C
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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💊 cervifen 200mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Relief of productive cough associated with respiratory tract infections.

Off-label uses: May be used for dry cough in some cases.

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Guaifenesin
Brand Namebarkeit tablet
ManufacturerRowez Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
Action ClassExpectorants
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at room temperature (20-25°C), protect from moisture.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

🔬 How This Medicine Works (Pharmacology)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.
DistributionDistributed throughout body tissues.
Protein BindingNot significantly bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismMetabolized in the liver via oxidation and demethylation.
Half-LifeApproximately 1 hour.
ExcretionExcreted primarily in urine as unchanged drug and metabolites.
BioavailabilityWell absorbed orally, but extensive first-pass metabolism reduces systemic availability.
Onset of Action30-60 minutes.
Peak Plasma Time1-2 hours.
Duration of Action4-6 hours.

How It Works

Increases respiratory tract fluid output and reduces mucus viscosity.

Mechanism Steps

1Stimulates gastric mucosal reflexes
2Increases respiratory tract fluid secretion
3Reduces mucus viscosity
4Enhances mucociliary clearance

💡 How to Take cervifen 200mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of cervifen 200mg tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Nausea
Vomiting
Dizziness
Headache
Rash

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Severe allergic reactions (rare)

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Urticaria
Angioedema

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to guaifenesin.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.

💊 Overdose Management

Gastric lavage, supportive measures.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose.

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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