Mucinex 600 mg Extended-Release Bi-Layer Tablets are a trusted over-the-counter expectorant designed to provide relief from chest congestion by loosening and thinning mucus in the airways. Each dual-layer tablet contains 600 mg of guaifenesin, which works in both immediate and sustained release phases to ease mucus buildup and facilitate productive coughing. With a 12-hour duration per dose, it allows for convenient twice-daily dosing for adults and adolescents (12 years and older). This formula helps you breathe easier during colds, bronchitis, or other respiratory conditions with excess mucus. The bi-layer design ensures a quick onset and extended effect.