FDA Label for Equate Daytime Vapor Ice Cold And Flu

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Equate Daytime Vapor Ice Cold And Flu Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Wal-mart Stores 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 (In Each 30 Ml)



Acetaminophen 650 mg

Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg

Guaifenesin 400 mg

Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg


Purpose



Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Expectorant

Nasal decongestant


Uses



temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:

  • •nasal congestion
  • •sinus congestion and pressure
  • •cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
  • •minor aches and pains
  • •headache
  • •fever
  • •sore throat
  • •reduces swelling of nasal passages
  • •temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
  • •promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
  • •helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive

Warnings



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
  • 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.
  • •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.
  • •if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



  • •liver disease
  • •heart disease
  • •thyroid disease
  • •diabetes
  • •high blood pressure
  • •trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • •cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
  • •persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
  • •a sodium-restricted diet

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are



taking the blood thinning drug warfarin


When Using This Product



do not use more than directed


Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • •you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless
  • •pain, nasal congestion, or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 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.

If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding,



ask a health professional before use.


Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.



Overdose warning: In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.


Directions



  • •take only as directed – see Overdose warning
  • •only use the dose cup provided
  • •do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs
  • adults & children 12 yrs & over

    30 mL every 4 hrs

    children 4 to under 12 yrs

    ask a doctor

    children under 4 yrs

    do not use


Other Information



  • each 30 mL contains: sodium 41 mg
  • •store at 20-25°C (68-77°F). Do not refrigerate.

Inactive Ingredients



alcohol, anhydrous citric acid, D&C yellow #10, edetate disodium, FD&C blue #1, flavor, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, sorbitol solution, sucralose


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Compare to Vicks® DayQuil® Severe+ VapoCOOLactive ingredients

SEVERE

DAYTIME VAPOR ICECold & Flu

Minor Aches & Pains, Fever, Nasal Congestion & Sinus Pressure, Cough, Chest Congestion

Acetaminophen – Pain reliever/Fever reducer

Phenylephrine HCl – Nasal decongestant

Dextromethorphan HBr – Cough suppressant

Guaifenesin – Expectorant

12 FL OZ (355mL)

10% ALCOHOL


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