FDA Label for Cold Head Congestion

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Cold Head Congestion Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Physicians Total Care, 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 Ingredient (In Each Caplet)



Acetaminophen 325 mg

Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg

Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg


Purpose



Pain reliever

Cough suppressant

Nasal decongestant


Uses



  • temporarily relieves these common cold symptoms:
  • minor aches and pains
  • headache
  • sore throat
  • nasal congestion
  • cough
  • sinus congestion and pressure
  • helps clear nasal passages

Warnings



Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take

  • more than 12 caplets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
  • 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.

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



  • liver disease
  • heart disease
  • high blood pressure
  • thyroid disease
  • diabetes
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)

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.



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



  • do not take more than directed (see Liver warning)
  • adults and children 12 years and over
    • take 2 caplets every 4 hours
    • do not take more than 12 caplets in 24 hours
    • swallow whole – do not crush, chew or dissolve
    children under 12 years
    • do not use this adult product in children under 12 years of age

Other Information



  • store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)

Inactive Ingredients



acesulfame potassium, carnauba wax, flavor, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, silicon dioxide, sodium starch glycolate, starch, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide


Questions Or Comments?



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Compare to active ingredients in Tylenol® Cold Head Congestion Daytime Caplets

Cold

Head Congestion

Pain Reliever, Cough Suppressant, Nasal Decongestant

Contains 3 Medicines:

Headache/Sore Throat – Acetaminophen

Nasal Congestion – Phenylephrine HCl

Coughing – Dextromethorphan HBr

Cool Ice® Instant Cooling Sensation

Daytime

Non-Drowsy

NDC 54868-6233-0

Cold Head Congestion Package Label


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