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Cheap No Prescription Blog: Comparison of Alternatives to Phenaphen with Codeine

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This medication guide is for Phenaphen with Codeine, prescribed for Osteoarthritis, Pain, and Cough. It may also be used for other purposes not listed here.

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Benzonatate is prescribed for relief of dry cough. It is important to swallow the capsules whole as opening them increases the risk of fatal overdosage.

Prescription and OTC

Mucinex is an expectorant that helps thin mucus, making it easier to clear by coughing. It may also be used off-label to increase fertility in women with hostile mucus as the cause of infertility.

Learn more about these medications:

  • Phenaphen with Codeine
  • Benzonatate
  • Mucinex (guaifenesin)

    • Generic Status

    Lower-cost generic versions of these medications are available.

    Ratings & Reviews

    Be the first to share your experience with these drugs. According to reviews on Drugs.com:

    • Benzonatate has an average rating of 3.8 out of 10 from a total of 728 ratings. 28% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 64% reported a negative effect.
    • Mucinex has an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from a total of 149 ratings. 55% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 34% reported a negative effect.

      • Review these drugs and read all reviews:

      • Benzonatate
      • Mucinex

        • Drug Class

        These medications belong to the following drug classes:

        • Phenaphen with Codeine: Narcotic analgesic combinations
        • Benzonatate: Antitussives
        • Mucinex: Expectorants

          • Side Effects

          Learn more about the side effects of these medications:

          • Phenaphen with Codeine
          • Benzonatate
          • Mucinex

            • Pricing and Coupons

            Prices for these medications vary. Check the Price Guide for more information.

            Dosage Form(s) Available

            These medications are available in the following dosage forms:

            • Phenaphen with Codeine: Oral tablet
            • Benzonatate: Oral capsule
            • Mucinex: Oral tablet, extended release

              • Brand Names

              These medications are sold under the following brand names:

              • Tessalon, Tessalon Perles (benzonatate)
              • Mucinex, Air Power, Allfen Jr, Altarussin, and more (guaifenesin)

                • Half Life

                The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

                • Phenaphen with Codeine: 3.5 hours
                • Benzonatate: N/A
                • Mucinex: 1 hour

                  • CSA Schedule

                  These medications have different schedules under the Controlled Substances Act:

                  • Phenaphen with Codeine: Multiple schedules
                  • Benzonatate: Not subject to the Controlled Substances Act
                  • Mucinex: Not subject to the Controlled Substances Act

                    • Pregnancy Category

                    These medications have different pregnancy categories. See the full pregnancy warnings document for more information:

                    • Phenaphen with Codeine: N/A
                    • Benzonatate: Category C
                    • Mucinex: Category C

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