Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, and Doxylamine Succinate
Brand names: CVS DT and NT Combo Pack Cold and Flu, CVS DayTime and NightTime Value Pack Cold and Flu, Vicks DayQuil and Nyquil VapoCOOL Severe COLD and FLU plus CONGESTION
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take • more than 4 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product • taken 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. 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 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 • 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. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Overdose
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick 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 common cold/flu symptoms: • nasal congestion • sinus congestion & pressure • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation • minor aches & pains • headache • fever • sore throat • reduces swelling of nasal passages • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose • promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
Dosage forms & strengths
Directions • take only as directed • Only use the dose cup provided • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over 30 mL every 4 hours children 4 to under 12 yrs ask a doctor children under 4 yrs do not use
Ingredients
Active ingredients (in each 30 mL) Acetaminophen 650 mg Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg Guaifenesin 400 mg Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg Purpose Pain reliever/Fever reducer Cough suppressant Expectorant Nasal decongestant
Inactive ingredients Citric acid, D&C Yellow No. 10, disodium edetate, FD&C Blue No.1, flavor, glycerin, propyl gallate, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, sorbitol, sucralose