Guaifenesin

• CAT Number: A000410
• CAS Number: 93-14-1
• Molecular Formula: C10H14O4
• Molecular Weight: 198.22
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 93-14-1; Guaiphenesin; Glycerol guaiacolate; Guaiphenesine; Guaiacol glyceryl ether
• Target: Mucin
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)propane-1,2-diol
• InChI: 1S/C10H14O4/c1-13-9-4-2-3-5-10(9)14-7-8(12)6-11/h2-5,8,11-12H,6-7H2,1H3
• InChIKey: HSRJKNPTNIJEKV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COC1=CC=CC=C1OCC(CO)O

Guaifenesin (Cat No.: A000410) is an expectorant commonly used to relieve chest congestion in conditions like the common cold, bronchitis, and other respiratory tract infections. It works by thinning and loosening mucus in the airways, making it easier to cough up and clear from the lungs. Guaifenesin is available in oral tablets, syrups, and extended-release forms. It is generally well-tolerated, with mild side effects such as nausea, dizziness, or headache. Adequate hydration enhances its effectiveness. It is often combined with cough suppressants.

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