ACTINEL PEDIATRIC Dextromethorphan HBr,Guaifenesin,Pseudoephedrine HCl 5 mg/5mL; 50 mg/5mL; 15 mg/5mL Solution, 474 mL
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This medicine belongs to the Uncompetitive N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor Antagonist class.
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🩺 Clinical
Dextromethorphan is used to temporarily relieve cough caused by the common cold, the flu, or other conditions. Dextromethorphan will relieve a cough but will not treat the cause of the cough or speed recovery. Dextromethorphan is in a class of medications called antitussives. It works by decreasing activity in the part of the brain that causes coughing.
Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗Actinel Pediatric is an over-the-counter oral liquid typically used to help manage symptoms of colds and upper respiratory congestion. It contains dextromethorphan, which is commonly used as a cough suppressant, and guaifenesin, which functions as an expectorant to help thin mucus. Pseudoephedrine is included as a nasal decongestant. This product is an OTC monograph drug, meaning it is marketed under established FDA guidelines for its category rather than through individual product approval.
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A weak organic acid derived from citrus fruits or made through fermentation. It works as a buffer to control pH, a preservative to extend shelf life, and a flavoring agent in medications.
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Methylparaben is a preservative derived from benzoic acid that prevents growth of bacteria, fungi, and mold in medicines. It extends the product's shelf life and maintains safety during storage.
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Potassium citrate is a salt derived from citric acid and potassium. In medicines, it acts as a buffer to adjust and maintain the pH balance of the product, helping keep it stable and palatable.
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Propylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or vegetable sources. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and maintain product stability.
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Propylparaben is a chemical preservative used to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in medicines and personal care products. It helps extend shelf life and maintain product safety during storage.
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Sorbitol is a natural sugar alcohol derived from glucose. It serves as a sweetener, humectant, and bulking agent in medications to improve taste and help maintain moisture in the product.
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Sucralose is a synthetic sweetener made from sugar. It's added to medicines to improve taste without adding calories, helping make bitter or unpleasant-tasting drugs easier to take.
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Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.
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| Price system | Per mL | Per package |
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Tusnel Pediatric 5 mg/5mL; 50 mg/5mL; 15 mg/5mL 54859-0544-04 | Llorens | 118 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Actinel Pediatric 5 mg/5mL; 50 mg/5mL; 15 mg/5mLthis 63102-0102-16 | ACTIPHARMA, | 474 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 63102-0102-16 You're viewing this | 474 mL in 1 BOTTLE (63102-102-16) | 2014-09-24 | Active |
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| NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) | — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey. |
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes • temporarily relieves these symptoms occurring with a cold: • nasal congestion • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions • do not take more than 4 doses in any 24-hour period. AGE DOSE Children 6 to under 12 years of age Take 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) every 4-6 hours Children 2 to under 6 years of age Take 1 teaspoonfuls (5 mL) every 4-6 hours Children under 2 years of age Ask a doctor
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings Do not use in a child who is taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your child's prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product. Ask a doctor before use if your child has • heart disease • high blood pressure • thyroid disease • diabetes • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) • a persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child is taking any other oral nasal decongestant or stimulant.
When using this product do not use more than directed. Stop use and ask a doctor if child • gets nervous, dizzy, or sleepless • symptoms do not get better within 7 days or are accompanied by fever • cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Other information • Tamper Evident Feature: Do not use if inner seal is torn, cut, or opened • Store at controlled room temperature 15°- 30°C (59° -86°F) • Avoid excessive heat or humidity.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active Ingredients (in each 5 mL tsp) Dextromethorphan HBr, 5 mg Guaifenesin, 50 mg Pseudoephedrine HCl, 15 mg
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients Citric Acid, Flavor, Methylparaben, Potassium Citrate, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Purified Water, Sorbitol, Sucralose
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purposes Cough Suppressant Expectorant Nasal Decongestant