--- product_id: 6543449 title: "Mucinex 12 Hour Maximum Strength 1200 mg Guaifenesin Extended-Release Tablets for Excess Mucus Relief, Expectorant Aids Excess Mucus Removal, Chest Congestion Relief, 28 Tablets" brand: "mucinex" price: "R923" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Mucinex" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/6543449-mucinex-12-hour-maximum-strength-1200-mg-guaifenesin-extended-release store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 12-hour extended relief 1200 mg guaifenesin power mucus-thinning expectorant Mucinex 12 Hour Maximum Strength 1200 mg Guaifenesin Extended-Release Tablets for Excess Mucus Relief, Expectorant Aids Excess Mucus Removal, Chest Congestion Relief, 28 Tablets **Brand:** mucinex **Price:** R923 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ’Ό Clear lungs, clear mind β€” conquer your day with Mucinex Maximum Strength! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Mucinex 12 Hour Maximum Strength 1200 mg Guaifenesin Extended-Release Tablets for Excess Mucus Relief, Expectorant Aids Excess Mucus Removal, Chest Congestion Relief, 28 Tablets by mucinex - **How much does it cost?** R923 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/6543449-mucinex-12-hour-maximum-strength-1200-mg-guaifenesin-extended-release) ## Best For - mucinex enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted mucinex brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Effortless Routine Fit:** Only 2 doses a dayβ€”perfect for busy professionals on the go. - β€’ **Maximum Strength Formula:** 1200 mg guaifenesin delivers potent mucus thinning for clearer lungs. - β€’ **All-Day Congestion Control:** Stay unstoppable with 12 hours of continuous chest relief. - β€’ **Dual-Action Bi-Layer Tablets:** Immediate + extended release for fast and lasting comfort. - β€’ **Trusted by Experts & Users Alike:** #1 doctor and pharmacist recommended expectorant brand. ## Overview Mucinex 12 Hour Maximum Strength features 1200 mg of guaifenesin in a unique bi-layer extended-release tablet, providing fast-acting and long-lasting relief from chest congestion by thinning and loosening mucus. Designed for adults and children 12+, it offers up to 12 hours of effective expectorant action, endorsed by healthcare professionals and trusted by millions to keep respiratory discomfort at bay during cold and flu season. ## Description From the Manufacturer When mucus builds up in your chest, congestion can get in the way of your day. Maximum Strength Mucinex extended-release bi-layer tablets fight bothersome chest congestion for 12 hours so you can focus on your life and forget about congestion.Fast-Acting, Long-Lasting ReliefMaximum Strength Mucinex extended-release tablets break up the mucus that causes chest congestion, providing you with fast-acting and long-lasting relief. With 12 hours of relief from chest congestion, you can make it through a workday without congestion getting in your way.Get 12 Hours of ReliefOnly Mucinex has an extended release bi-layer tablet to deliver maximum-strength congestion medicine. The first layer is absorbed quickly by your body for fast-acting relief. The other layer dissolves slowly to continue relieving your chest congestion for 12 hours.Mucinex: #1 with Doctors, Pharmacists, and ConsumersYou're too busy with family, home, and work to let sickness slow you down. You need a brand you can trust to get the job done. That's why there's Mucinex. Mucinex is the #1 doctor recommended1, #1 pharmacist recommended2 3 and #1 most popular4 OTC expectorant brand. Mucinex products all have the dependable, mucus-busting power to show Mr. Mucus the way out of your system so you can keep up with life.What's in the BoxOne box of Maximum Strength Mucinex extended-release bi-layer tablets (28 tablets per box).Maximum Strength MucinexRelieves these Symptoms:Relieves chest congestionThins and breaks up mucus to make coughs more productiveUse as directed.Mucinex Has Products for All of Your Worst Symptoms 12 Hour Relief (Tablets)Chest CongestionDry CoughNasal Congestion Maximum Strength Mucinexx Mucinexx Maximum Strength Mucinex DMxx Mucinex DMxx Maximum Strength Mucinex Dxx Mucinex Dxx1 Mucinex is the #1 doctor-recommended OTC expectorant among internists, general practitioners, and family practitioners. IMS Health, NDTI (National Disease Therapeutic Index), MAT 52 Weeks Ending March 2012.2 OTC Expectorants: 2012 Survey of Pharmacist Recommendations: Pharmacy Times, June 2012.3 Among Adult Expectorants and Adult Multisymptom Cold or Flu products. Pharmacy Today Annual Over-the-Counter Survey, February 2012.4 Based on Symphony IRI unit sales data for the 52-week period ending November 25, 2012. Product Description Are you searching for reliable chest congestion relief for adults? Look no further than our Maximum Strength Mucinex 12 Hour Expectorant for excess mucus relief. Featuring a robust 1200mg of guaifenesin, this top-notch expectorant thins and loosens mucus thereby making coughs more productive. When the cold and flu season hits, trust Mucinex for powerful chest congestion relief. Our original bi-layer tablet provides immediate and extended-release and lasts up to 12 hours. Use as directed, for Adults and Children 12 years of age and over. Review: product that does one thing and does it extremely well - Well, I can’t remember when I first started taking this but have been for many years. It is nothing short of a great product and is very effective at clearing congestion and is my only go to FOR doing so I know there are other products out there similar, but this is the benchmark of decongestants and will be the only one that I buy Review: Works very well for lung congestion due to seasonal allergies - The active ingredient in this medication is Guaifenesin, which loosens phlegm and increases the lubrication of your lungs allowing so your cough is more productive and your bronchial passages stay clear. If you're like me and have lots of bronchial congestion and asthma type symptoms in the spring when there's lots of pollen in the air or if you're just suffering because of a cold, you want something that will work to relieve it without making you jittery like some medications and one that you don't have to worry about taking every 4 or 5 hours. I've had good luck with this one. I'd tried the regular strength Mucinex, the one in the green box, which contains the ingredients 600 mg Guaifenesin and 30 mg Dextromethorphan HBr when I had one of those coughs that seem to go on forever, one that kept me up at night, due to a cold. It worked well on the cough but wasn't strong enough to keep my lungs clear. I still had that tightness in my chest. This one contains only the Guaifenesin, but it has 1200 mg which is strong enough to do the job. I haven't had a cough since trying it, so I don't know if it would help with that. The instructions say to drink plenty of fluids because it draws liquid into the bronchi. The water both thins mucus and lubricates the airway, facilitating the removal of mucus by coughing. Some people have mentioned their nasal passages or throat feeling dry after taking this medication but I haven't noticed that. Maybe it's because I drink a lot of water. (And Diet Coke) I haven't noticed any side effects after taking it for a few days. The tablets are a little large, probably because they're time released, so if you have a problem swallowing pills, these could be a little difficult. I like that I only have to remember to take them every 12 hours. Actually, the effects seem to last a few hours past that. ## Features - EXCESS MUCUS RELIEF: Maximum Strength Mucinex 12hr extended-release tablets pack a powerful punch with 1200 mg guaifenesin expectorant, providing you with long-lasting chest congestion relief - AIDS EXCESS MUCUS REMOVAL: Maximum strength chest congestion relief; Mucinex 12hr lasts up to 12 hours and provides relief for your chest congestion and makes cough more productive - EXPECTORANTS FOR ADULTS: Mucinex helps clear lungs by thinning & loosening mucus; Say goodbye to excess mucus, say hello to chest congestion relief - EXTENDED RELEASE GUAIFENESIN: Experience long-lasting excess mucus relief with Mucinex's 12hr maximum strength extended-release 1200 mg guaifenesin bi-layer tablets with immediate & extended release - COLD AND FLU MEDICINE FOR ADULTS: For powerful cough, cold, and flu multi-symptom relief, check out our range of Mucinex Fast-Max cold and flu medicines; Beat cold and flu symptoms with confidence - USAGE: Use as directed; For ages 12+ years - QUALITY YOU CAN TRUST: Mucinex uses carbomer that is manufactured without the use of benzene ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000V83X6Y | | Active Ingredients | Guaifenesin | | Additional Features | Clinically Proven | | Age Range Description | Adults, children over 12 years | | Best Sellers Rank | #60,021 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #280 in Cold & Flu Medicine | | Brand | Mucinex | | Brand Name | Mucinex | | Container Type | Box | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 3,113 Reviews | | Flavor | unflavored | | Item Dimensions | 6 x 5 x 4 inches | | Item Form | Tablets | | Item Weight | 2.08 ounces | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 6 x 5 x 4 inches | | Manufacturer | Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare | | Manufacturer Part Number | RAC02328 | | Model Name | See packaging | | Model Number | RAC02328 | | Net Content Count | 28 count | | Number of Items | 1 | | Package Type Name | Blister | | Product Benefits | Loosens | | Specific Uses For Product | Cold, Cough | | Target Audience | Unisex-Adults, Unisex-Kids | | Target Use Body Part | Whole Body | | UPC | 363824023281 | | Unit Count | 28 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Mucinex - **Item Weight:** 2.08 Ounces - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 6 x 5 x 4 inches - **Product Benefits:** Loosens - **Specific Uses For Product:** Cold, Cough ## Images ![Mucinex 12 Hour Maximum Strength 1200 mg Guaifenesin Extended-Release Tablets for Excess Mucus Relief, Expectorant Aids Excess Mucus Removal, Chest Congestion Relief, 28 Tablets - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71yKzahyBZL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is the difference between mucinex and mucinex dm?** A: Per the internet, Mucinex Dm (Dextromethorphan / Guaifenesin) is okay for loosening congestion in your chest and throat, but it could prevent you from coughing the mucus up. It comes as an extended-release tablet and a short-acting liquid. Mucinex (Guaifenesin) reduces the thickness and amount of mucus in your throat and chest. **Q: How long is the Exp. date on the Musinex 28 count?** A: 1/2021 is the shortest expiration date that we have... **Q: Unless this is 2 boxes of 28, your count per pill is wrong. It would be .89/count and not .45/count, so is it one box or two?** A: I received two boxes (one each of 14 individually blistered packets) equaling 28 pills). **Q: what is the expiration date on the package?** A: All items sold by EJ Sears Enterprizes have a date of one year or better on an expiration. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ product that does one thing and does it extremely well *by T***D on May 30, 2026* Well, I can’t remember when I first started taking this but have been for many years. It is nothing short of a great product and is very effective at clearing congestion and is my only go to FOR doing so I know there are other products out there similar, but this is the benchmark of decongestants and will be the only one that I buy ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works very well for lung congestion due to seasonal allergies *by P***R on May 23, 2010* The active ingredient in this medication is Guaifenesin, which loosens phlegm and increases the lubrication of your lungs allowing so your cough is more productive and your bronchial passages stay clear. If you're like me and have lots of bronchial congestion and asthma type symptoms in the spring when there's lots of pollen in the air or if you're just suffering because of a cold, you want something that will work to relieve it without making you jittery like some medications and one that you don't have to worry about taking every 4 or 5 hours. I've had good luck with this one. I'd tried the regular strength Mucinex, the one in the green box, which contains the ingredients 600 mg Guaifenesin and 30 mg Dextromethorphan HBr when I had one of those coughs that seem to go on forever, one that kept me up at night, due to a cold. It worked well on the cough but wasn't strong enough to keep my lungs clear. I still had that tightness in my chest. This one contains only the Guaifenesin, but it has 1200 mg which is strong enough to do the job. I haven't had a cough since trying it, so I don't know if it would help with that. The instructions say to drink plenty of fluids because it draws liquid into the bronchi. The water both thins mucus and lubricates the airway, facilitating the removal of mucus by coughing. Some people have mentioned their nasal passages or throat feeling dry after taking this medication but I haven't noticed that. Maybe it's because I drink a lot of water. (And Diet Coke) I haven't noticed any side effects after taking it for a few days. The tablets are a little large, probably because they're time released, so if you have a problem swallowing pills, these could be a little difficult. I like that I only have to remember to take them every 12 hours. Actually, the effects seem to last a few hours past that. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works! *by R***W on January 30, 2026* Great price ## Frequently Bought Together - Mucinex Maximum Strength 12 Hour Chest Congestion Expectorant Relief Tablets, 1200 mg, Thins & Loosens Mucus, 28 Count - Mucinex Chest Congestion Maximum Strength 12 Hour Extended Release Tablets Relieves Chest Congestion Caused by Excess Mucus(#1 Doctor Recommended OTC expectorant), 1200mg, 42 Count (Pack of 1) - Geritol Liquid Vitamin and Iron Supplement, Energy Support, Contains High Potency B-Vitamins and Iron, Pleasant Tasting, Easy to Swallow, No Artificial Sweeteners, Non-GMO, 12 Oz --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/6543449-mucinex-12-hour-maximum-strength-1200-mg-guaifenesin-extended-release](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/6543449-mucinex-12-hour-maximum-strength-1200-mg-guaifenesin-extended-release) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-17*