FDA Label for Equate Childrens Multi Symptom Cold Nighttime

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Equate Childrens Multi Symptom Cold Nighttime Product Label

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Active Ingredients (In Each 10 Ml)



Acetaminophen 325 mg

Diphenhydramine HCl 12.5 mg

Phenyephrine HCl 5 mg


Purpose



Pain reliever / fever reducer

Antihistamine/Cough Suppressant

Nasal decongestant


Use(S)



temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms:

  • cough 
  • sore throat
  • nasal congestion
  • runny nose
  • minor aches and pains
  • headache
  • sinus congestion and pressure
  • sneezing
  • temporarily reduces fever
  • controls cough to help your child get to sleep

Warnings



Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes 


  • more than 5 doses in 24 hous, which is the maximum daily amount
  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen.
  • 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.
  • to make a child sleepy
  • with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on the skin.
  • in a child who is 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 child's prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product.

Ask A Doctor Before Use If The Child Has



  • liver disease
  • thyroid disease
  • diabetes
  • heart disease
  • high blood pressure
  • glaucoma
  • a breathing problem such as chronic bronchitis
  • persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If Your Child



  • is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
  • taking sedatives or tranquilizers

When Using This Product



  • do not use more than directed (see Overdose warning)
  • excitability may occur, especially in children
  • marked drowsiness may occur
  • sedatives and tranquilizers may increase dowsiness

Stop Use And Ask Doctor If



  • nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur
  • pain, nasal congestion or cough gets worse or lasts more than 5 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.

Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.


Directions



  • this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
  • do not give more than directed (see Overdose warning)
  • shake well before use
  • do not give more than 5 doses in any 24-hour period
  • if needed, repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last
  • do not give more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor
  • measure only with dosing cup provided
  • do not use dosing cup with other products
  • dose as follows or as directed by a doctor
  • mL = milliliter
  • Children 6 to under 12 years of age: 10 mL in dosing cup provided.
  • Children under 6 years of age: do not use.

Other Information



  • each 10 mL contains: sodium 10 mg
  • store between 15-30°C (59-86°F)
  • do not refrigerate
  • dosing cup provided

Inactive Ingredients



citric acid anhydrous, edetate disodium, FD&C blue #1, FD&C red #40, flavors, glycerin, propylene glycol, propyl gallate, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sorbitol, sucralose, xanthan gum.



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Compare to Children's Mucinex® Nighttime Multi-Symptom Cold active ingredients*

Children's Multi-Symptom Cold 
NIGHTTIME

Acetaminophen 325 mg
Pain reliever/Fever Reducer

Diphenhydramine HCl 12.5 mg

Antihistamine/Cough Suppressant 

Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg

Nasal Decongestant

AGES 6 to 12 YEARS



  • Reduces headache and fever
  • Relieves nasal congestion
  • Soothes Cough 
  • Relieves runny nose and sneezing

  • Mixed Berry Flavored



    4 FL OZ (118 mL)


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