FDA Label for Tussin Sugar Free Cough
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Tussin Sugar Free Cough Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Atlantic Biologicals Corps. 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.
Active Ingredients
Dextromethorphan HBr,USP 10 mg Guaifenesin, USP 100 mg
Purpose
Dextromethorphan HBr...................Cough suppressant Guaifenesin, USP..............................Expectorant
Uses
• temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive
Warnings
Do not use 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
• cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) • cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
When Using This Product
• do not use more than directed
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
• cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep This And All Drugs Out Of The Reach Of Children.
In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Directions
• do not exceed 6 doses in a 24-hour period • this adult product is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age
adults and children 12 years and over 2 teaspoonfuls (tsps) every 4 hours children under 12 years do not use
AgeDose
Other Information
sugar-free dosage cup provided
• store at controlled room temperature
alcohol-free
Inactive Ingredients
acesulfame potassium, citric acid, flavors, glycerin, methyl paraben, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate
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