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Goodnow cold flu day relief cold flu night relief

ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR, DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL

Standard Dose
Directions – Nighttime Cold & Flu • take only as directed – see overdose warning • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over 2 softgels with water every 6 hrs children 4 to under 12 yrs ask a doctor children under 4 yrs do not use
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses – Nighttime Cold & Flu temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation • sore throat • headache • minor aches and pains • fever • runny nose and sneezing

Key Takeaways

  • Primary indication: Uses – Nighttime Cold & Flu temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation • sore throat • headache • minor aches and pains • fever • runny nose and sneezing
  • Indications and usage Uses – Nighttime Cold & Flu temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation • sore throat • headache • minor aches and pains • fever • runny nose and sneezing Dosage and administration Directions – Nighttime Cold & Flu • take only as directed – see overdose warning • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over 2 softgels with water every 6 hrs children 4 to under 12 yrs ask a doctor children under 4 yrs do not use Warnings and cautions Warnings Liver warning : This product contains acetaminophen.
  • Severe liver damage may occur if you take • more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours • with other drugs containing acetaminophen • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses – Nighttime Cold & Flu temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation • sore throat • headache • minor aches and pains • fever • runny nose and sneezing Dosage and administration Directions – Nighttime Cold & Flu • take only as directed – see overdose warning • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over 2 softgels with water every 6 hrs children 4 to under 12 yrs ask a doctor children under 4 yrs do not use Warnings and cautions Warnings Liver warning : This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take • more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours • with other drugs containing acetaminophen • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day 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, lasts 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. • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients Ask a doctor before use if you have – Nighttime Cold & Flu • liver disease • glaucoma • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis • persistent or chronic cough as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland Ask a doctor before use if you have – Daytime Cold & Flu • liver disease • heart disease • high blood pressure • thyroid disease • diabetes • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland • 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 – Nighttime Cold & Flu • taking sedatives or tranquilizers • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are – Daytime Cold & Flu taking the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product – Nighttime Cold & Flu • excitability may occur, especially in children • marked drowsiness may occur • avoid alcoholic drinks • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness When using the product – Daytime Cold & Flu do not use more than directed Stop use and ask a doctor if – Nighttime Cold & Flu • pain or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days • 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. Stop use and ask a doctor if – Daytime Cold & Flu • you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless • pain, nasal congestion or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days • 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. Overdose warning: In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for 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 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours • with other drugs containing acetaminophen • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day 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, lasts 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.