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Severe Cold and Flu

ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR, DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL

Standard Dose
Directions • take only as directed – see Overdose warning • only use the dose cup provided • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over 30 mL every 4 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 temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • sinus congestion and pressure • nasal congestion • minor aches and pains • headache • runny nose and sneezing • sore throat • fever • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation • cough to help you sleep • reduces swelling of nasal passages • promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
Summary

Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • sinus congestion and pressure • nasal congestion • minor aches and pains • headache • runny nose and sneezing • sore throat • fever • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation • cough to help you sleep • reduces swelling of nasal passages • promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose Dosage and administration Directions • take only as directed – see Overdose warning • only use the dose cup provided • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over 30 mL every 4 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 temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • sinus congestion and pressure • nasal congestion • minor aches and pains • headache • runny nose and sneezing • sore throat • fever • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation • cough to help you sleep • reduces swelling of nasal passages • promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose Dosage and administration Directions • take only as directed – see Overdose warning • only use the dose cup provided • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over 30 mL every 4 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, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.

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, 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.
Severe Cold and Flu (ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR, DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL) | Drug Monograph | MedicHelpline