FDA Label for Equaline Effervescent Cold Relief

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Equaline Effervescent Cold Relief Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Supervalu Inc.. 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



Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*

Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg

Phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 mg

*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug


Purpose



Pain reliever/fever reducer

Antihistamine

Nasal decongestant


Warnings



Reye’s syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness.

Allergy alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: ■ hives ■ facial swelling ■ asthma (wheezing) ■ shock

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you

■ are age 60 or older

■ have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems

■ take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug

■ take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)

■ have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

■ take more or for a longer time than directed

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



■ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer

■ if you are allergic to aspirin

■ 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



■ stomach bleeding warning applies to you ■ you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn ■ you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease ■ you are taking a diuretic. ■ you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.

You have ■ glaucoma ■ diabetes ■ thyroid disease ■ trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland ■ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis ■ been placed on a sodium-restricted diet


Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are



■ presently taking a prescription drug ■ taking a prescription drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood), diabetes, gout or arthritis


When Using This Product



do not take more than 8 tablets (adults and children 12 years and over) in a 24-hour period or as directed by doctor.

■ do not use more than directed ■ you may get drowsy ■ avoid alcoholic drinks

■ excitability may occur, especially in children

■ alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness

■ be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery


Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



■ you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding

■ feel faint ■ vomit blood ■ have bloody or black stools ■ have stomach pain that does not get better

■ an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away. ■ pain or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days

■ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days ■ new symptoms occur ■ redness or swelling is present

■ ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs ■ nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occurs


If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding,



ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.


Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.



Keep out of reach of children.


Directions



■ do not use more than directed (see overdose warning)

■ adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets completely dissolved in 4 oz of water every 4-6 hours.

■ do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours

children under 12 years: ask a doctor


Inactive Ingredients



acesulfame potassium, aspartame, citric acid, docusate sodium, flavors, mannitol, povidone, sodium

benzoate, sodium bicarbonate


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