FDA Label for Stona-s

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Stona-s Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Sato Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.. 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.

Otc - Active Ingredient



Active ingredients (in each capsule)    
Acetaminophen 162.5 mg
Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10mg
Phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg


Otc - Purpose



Purposes
Acetaminophen    Pain reliever-fever reducer
Chlorpheniramine maleate    Antihistamine
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide    Cough suppressant
Phenylephrine hydrochloride         Nasal decongestant    


Indications & Usage



Uses
■temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold, the flu, or hay fever:
    ■minor aches and pains  ■headache  ■sore throat  ■nasal congestion
    ■runny nose  ■sinus congestion and pressure
    ■cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
    ■sneezing, itching of the nose or throat, and itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever
■temporarily reduces fever


Warnings



Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take:
■more than 12 capsules in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
■with other drugs containing acetaminophen
■3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday while using this product


Otc - Do Not Use



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). If you do not
know whether a prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist.    
■ for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug   


Otc - Ask Doctor



Ask a doctor before use if you have
■ liver disease    ■ heart disease    ■ high blood pressure    ■ diabetes
■ thyroid disease    ■ glaucoma
■ difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
■ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
■ a persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema, or if cough is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus)


Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist



Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
■taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
■taking sedatives or tranquilizers


Otc - When Using



When using this product
■do not exceed recommended dosage
■may cause excitability especially in children
■do not drive or operate machinery
■avoid alcoholic beverages
■may cause marked drowsiness; alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the
drowsiness effect


Otc - Stop Use



Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • pain, cough, or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
  • sore throat persists for more than 2 days
  • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
  • any of the following occurs (these could be signs of a serious condition):
  • fever gets worse or or lasts more than 3 days
  • a severe sore throat
  • sore throat is accompanied or followed by high fever, headache, rash, nausea or vomiting
  • redness or swelling is present
  • new symptoms occur
  • cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts

Precautions



Do not give to children under 12 years of age unless directed by a doctor.


Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding



If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.


Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



Keep out of reach of children.  In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison
Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for
children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.


Dosage & Administration



Directions
■adults and children 12 years of age and older: 2 capsules every 4 hours, while symptoms
  persist, not to exceed 6 doses (12 capsules) in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor
■children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor


Other Safety Information



Other information
■keep container tightly closed  ■protect from light  ■store between 15° to 30°C (59° to
  86° F)
■each capsule contains calcium 10 mg


Inactive Ingredient



Inactive ingredients
dibasic calcium phosphate, FD and C Blue No. 2 Alminum lake, FD and C Yellow No. 6, FD and C
Yellow No. 6 Aluminum lake, gelatin, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose,
polysorbate 80, starch, talc, titanium dioxide, and wild cherry extract.


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