Dr. Simi Daytime Cold and Flu
ACETAMINOPHEN 325 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL 5 MG
Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • nasal congestion • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation • sore throat • headache • minor aches & pains • fever Dosage and administration Directions • take only as directed (see Warnings) • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 years and over 2 softgels with water every 4 hours children 4 to under 12 years ask a doctor children under 4 years do not use • When using other daytime or nighttime products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing.
Warnings and cautions Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen.
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Clinical summary
Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • nasal congestion • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation • sore throat • headache • minor aches & pains • fever Dosage and administration Directions • take only as directed (see Warnings) • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 years and over 2 softgels with water every 4 hours children 4 to under 12 years ask a doctor children under 4 years do not use • When using other daytime or nighttime products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing. Warnings and cautions Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: • more than 8 softgels in 24 hrs, which is the maximum daily amount for this product • with other drugs containing acetaminophen • 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily while using this product Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: • skin reddening • blisters • rash If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly. Do not use • with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. • if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. Ask a doctor before use if you have • liver disease • thyroid disease • high blood pressure • trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland • heart disease • diabetes • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) • persistent or chronic cough as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin. When using this product do not use more than directed. Stop use and ask a doctor if • pain, cough, or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days • redness or swelling is present • new symptoms occur • cough comes back, or occurs with rash or headache that lasts These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as children, even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Monitoring
- • Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen.
- • Severe liver damage may occur if you take: • more than 8 softgels in 24 hrs, which is the maximum daily amount for this product • with other drugs containing acetaminophen • 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily while using this product Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions.
- • Symptoms may include: • skin reddening • blisters • rash If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
- • Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
Interaction Notes
- • Review official label interaction section.