Is Mucinex Expectorant, 12 Hour, Maximum Strength, 1200 mg, Extended-Release Bi-Layer Tablets Vegetarian?

No. This product is not vegetarian as it lists 1 ingredient that derives from meat or fish and 1 ingredient that could could derive from meat or fish depending on the source.

Why it's not vegetarian

  • active in each extended-release bi-layer tablet: guaifenesin 1200
  • magnesium stearate nf

active in each extended-release bi-layer tablet: guaifenesin 1200

Dietitian note

Carmine (cochineal or e120) is made from crushed insects. It is typically found in red apple sauce, red lollipops and food colorings.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Description

Coated, large extended‑release tablets have a chalky, mildly medicinal taste and firm, dense texture; users commonly swallow with water every twelve hours to ease chest congestion and promote mucus clearance. Reviewers frequently note noticeable effectiveness and long duration, but also comment on pill size and occasional unpleasant taste and packaging.

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Ingredients

Active Ingredients: In Each Extended-Release Bi-Layer Tablet: Guaifenesin (1200 mg). Purpose: Expectorant. Inactive Ingredients: Carbomer, Homopolymer Type B, FD&C Blue 1 Aluminum Lake, Hypromellose USP, Magnesium Stearate NF, Microcrystalline Cellulose NF, Sodium Starch Glycolate NF.

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What is a Vegetarian diet?

A vegetarian diet eliminates meat, poultry, and fish but typically includes dairy, eggs, and plant-based foods. People adopt it for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. This diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains, nuts, and seeds as key nutrient sources. Vegetarians often get protein from eggs, tofu, beans, and lentils. It can offer health benefits such as reduced risk of heart disease and improved weight management, though attention should be given to nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamin B12. With proper planning, a vegetarian diet can be both nutritionally complete and sustainable.

Where to buy

Mucinex Expectorant, 12 Hour, Maximum Strength, 1200 mg, Extended-Release Bi-Layer Tablets is available at 4 retailers

Harris TeeterIGAThe Fresh GrocerVitacost

About this product

Unknown · Pill

Flavor
Neutral
Texture
Hard
Commonly used for
Unknown