FDA Label for Rite Aid Nighttime Severe Cold And Cough Relief

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Rite Aid Nighttime Severe Cold And Cough Relief Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Rite Aid Corporation. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

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Drug Facts

DISTRIBUTED BY: RITE AID
30 HUNTER LANE, CAMP HILL, PA 17011


Otc - Purpose



Active ingredients (in each packet)Purposes
Acetaminophen 650 mgPain reliever/fever reducer
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 25 mgAntihistamine/cough suppressant
Phenylephrine hydrochloride 10 mgNasal decongestant

Uses



  • temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold:
    • minor aches and pains
    • minor sore throat pain
    • headache
    • nasal and sinus congestion
    • runny nose
    • sneezing
    • itchy nose or throat
    • itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever
    • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
    • temporarily reduces fever

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.


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

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



  • in a child under 4 years of age
  • if you are allergic to acetaminophen
  • with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
  • with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on the skin
  • 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
  • heart disease
  • high blood pressure
  • thyroid disease
  • diabetes
  • glaucoma
  • a sodium-restricted diet
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • a breathing problem such as emphysema, asthma or chronic bronchitis
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
  • cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema

Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist



Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking

  • sedatives or tranquilizers
  • the blood thinning drug warfarin

When Using This Product



  • do not exceed recommended dosage
  • avoid alcoholic drinks
  • marked drowsiness may occur
  • alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
  • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
  • excitability may occur, especially in children

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs
  • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
  • redness or swelling is present
  • new symptoms occur
  • symptoms do not get better or worsen
  • pain, cough or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
  • cough comes back or occurs with fever, rash or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding



If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a heath care professional before use.


Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



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.


Directions



  • do not use more than directed
  • take every 4 hours; do not take more than 5 packets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor
  • AgeDose
    children under 4 years of agedo not use
    children 4 to under 12 years of agedo not use unless directed by a doctor
    adults and children 12 years of age and overone packet
    • dissolve contents of one packet into 8 oz. hot water: sip while hot. Consume entire drink within 10-15 minutes.
    • if using a microwave, add contents of one packet to 8 oz. of cool water: stir briskly before and after heating. Do not overheat.

Other Information



  • each packet contains: potassium 4 mg, sodium 27 mg
  • phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 34 mg per packet
  • store at controlled room temperature 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). Protect product from heat and moisture.

Inactive Ingredients



acesulfame potassium, aspartame, citric acid anhydrous, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, flavors, maltodextrin, sodium citrate anhydrous, sucrose, and pregelatinized starch.


Questions Or Comments?



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*Compare to the active ingredients in
Theraflu® Severe Cold & Cough

nighttime
severe cold
& cough relief

acetaminophen 650 mg
diphenhydramine HCl 25 mg
phenylephrine HCl 10 mg

pain reliever/fever reducer
antihistamine/
cough suppressant
& nasal decongestant

relieves:
nasal congestion
cough
runny nose
sneezing
body ache
sore throat pain
headache
fever

honey lemon infused with
chamomile & white tea flavors

6 PACKETS


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