Maximum Strength Mucinex DM

Used for: Loosening mucus in the chest · Cough from a cold or irritants · 1 more

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Not sold

This medicine itself isn’t sold as a prescription anymore.

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Brand nameNot sold

This medicine itself isn’t sold as a prescription anymore. Its generic versions, if any, are in the other tabs.

Authorized genericNot sold now

An authorized generic of Maximum Strength Mucinex DM was sold before, but it isn’t sold now. Ask your pharmacist whether a generic is available.

Source: FDA, updated October 30, 2026

Regular genericNot sold

Ask your pharmacist whether one is sold. Generics usually come once the brand’s patents and exclusivity end.

What it’s used for

What the FDA label says

Uses

  • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
  • temporarily relieves:
    • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants
    • the intensity of coughing
    • the impulse to cough to help you get to sleep

Source: the FDA label for Maximum Strength Mucinex DM (Reckitt Benckiser LLC), May 27, 2026. Full label on DailyMed 

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