FDA Label for Childrens Multi-symptom Cold

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Childrens Multi-symptom Cold Product Label

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Active Ingredient(S)



Dextromethorphan HBr 5mg

Guaifenesin 100 mg

Phenyephrine HCl 2.5 mg


Purpose



Cough Suppressant

Expectorant

Phenylephrine HCl


Use(S)



  • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes and make coughs more productive
  • temporarily relieves:
  • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants
  • the intensity of coughing
  • the impulse to cough to help your child get to sleep
  • nasal congestion due to a cold
  • stuffy nose

Warnings



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Do Not Use



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



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

When Using This Product



do not use more than directed


Stop Use And Ask Doctor If



  • your child gets nervous, dizzy or sleepless
  • symptoms do not get better within 7 days or occur with fever
  • cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache.
  •  These could be signs of a serious illness.


Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.


Directions



  • do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period
  • 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


  • Age Dose  
    children 6 years to under 12 years  10 mL every 4 hours
     children 4 years to under 6 years  5 mL every 4 hours
     children under 4 years do not use




Other Information



  • each 5 mL contains: potassium 5 mg, sodium 5 mg
  • store between 15-30°C (59-86°F)
  • do not refrigerate
  • dosing cup provided

Inactive Ingredients



anhydrous citric acid, D&C red # 33, dextrose, edetate disodium, FD&C blue # 1, FD&C Red #40, flavor, glycerin, methylparaben, potassium sorbate, propylene glycol, propyl gallate, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium hydroxide, sorbitol solution, sucralose, xanthan gum


Principal Display Panel



NDC 49035-715-03

equate

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

Children's Multi-Symptom Cold

Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg

Cough Suppressant

Guaifenesin 100 mg

Expectorant

Phenylephrine HCl 2.5 mg

Nasal Decongestant

Ages 4 to 12 years

Relieves Stuffy Nose   
Soothes Cough   

Relieves Chest Congestion   

Thins and loosens Mucus

Alcohol Free

Very Berry Flavored 

4 FL OZ (118 mL)


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