ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Brand names: COLTALIN-DM, Stona-S, Childrens Plus Multi Symptom Cold, Stona, Giltuss MultiSymptom Cold and Flu, Alka-Seltzer Plus Maximum Strength Cold and Cough Liquid Gels, Sanaflu Xtra, Giltuss Childrens MultiSymptom Cold and Flu
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: ■more than 12 capsules in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product ■with other drugs containing acetaminophen ■3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday while using this product 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). If you do not know whether a prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist. ■ for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug Ask a doctor before use if you have ■ liver disease ■ heart disease ■ high blood pressure ■ diabetes ■ thyroid disease ■ glaucoma ■ difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland ■ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis ■ a persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema, or if cough is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are ■taking the blood thinning drug warfarin ■taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product ■do not exceed recommended dosage ■may cause excitability especially in children ■do not drive or operate machinery ■avoid alcoholic beverages ■may cause marked drowsiness; alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect Stop use and ask a doctor if pain, cough, or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days sore throat persists for more than 2 days nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur any of the following occurs (these could be signs of a serious condition): fever gets worse or or lasts more than 3 days a severe sore throat sore throat is accompanied or followed by high fever, headache, rash, nausea or vomiting redness or swelling is present new symptoms occur cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts Do not give to children under 12 years of age unless directed by a doctor. If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children . In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Uses
Uses ■temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold, the flu, or hay fever: ■minor aches and pains ■headache ■sore throat ■nasal congestion ■runny nose ■sinus congestion and pressure ■cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation ■sneezing, itching of the nose or throat, and itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever ■temporarily reduces fever
Dosage forms & strengths
Directions ■adults and children 12 years of age and older: 2 capsules every 4 hours, while symptoms persist, not to exceed 6 doses (12 capsules) in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor ■children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Ingredients
Active ingredients (in each capsule) Acetaminophen 162.5 mg Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10mg Phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg
Inactive ingredients dibasic calcium phosphate, FD and C Blue No. 2 Alminum lake, FD and C Yellow No. 6, FD and C Yellow No. 6 Aluminum lake, gelatin, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 80, starch, talc, titanium dioxide, and wild cherry extract.