FDA Label for Maximum Strength Mucinex Fast-max Day Cold And Flu And Night Cold And Flu

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Maximum Strength Mucinex Fast-max Day Cold And Flu And Night Cold And Flu Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Rb Health (us) Llc. 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.

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Drug Facts

Dist. by: Reckitt Benckiser
Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224

Made in China


Otc - Purpose



Active ingredients (in each liquid gel)Purposes
Mucinex FAST-MAX DAY Cold & Flu
Acetaminophen 325 mgPain reliever/fever reducer
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mgCough suppressant
Guaifenesin 200 mgExpectorant
Phenylephrine HCl 5 mgNasal decongestant
Active ingredients (in each liquid gel)Purposes
Mucinex FAST-MAX NIGHT Cold & Flu
Acetaminophen 325 mgPain reliever/fever reducer
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mgCough suppressant
Doxylamine succinate 6.25 mgAntihistamine
Phenylephrine HCl 5 mgNasal decongestant

Uses



  • temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms:
    • sinus congestion and pressure
    • cough
    • minor aches and pains
    • headache
    • nasal congestion
    • sore throat
    • runny nose (NIGHT only)
    • sneezing (NIGHT only)
    • itching of the nose or throat (NIGHT only)
    • itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever (NIGHT only)
    • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive (DAY only)
    • controls cough to help you get to sleep
    • temporarily reduces fever

Liver Warning



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

  • more than 12 liquid gels in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily 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.

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



  • liver disease
  • heart disease
  • diabetes
  • high blood pressure
  • thyroid disease
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • glaucoma (NIGHT only)
  • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis (NIGHT only)
  • persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, 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
  • taking sedatives or tranquilizers (NIGHT only)

When Using This Product



  • do not use more than directed
  • excitability may occur, especially in children (NIGHT only)
  • marked drowsiness may occur (NIGHT only)
  • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness (NIGHT only)
  • avoid alcoholic drinks (NIGHT only)
  • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery (NIGHT only)

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
  • 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 fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.

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.


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 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 Overdose warning)
  • do not take more than 12 liquid gels in any 24-hour period
  • adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 liquid gels every 4 hours
  • children under 12 years of age: do not use

Other Information



  • store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
  • avoid excessive heat

Inactive Ingredients (Day Only)



FD&C yellow no. 6, gelatin, glycerin, lecithin (soy), mineral oil, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, shellac, sorbitol sorbitan solution, titanium dioxide


Inactive Ingredients (Night Only)



D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C blue no. 1, gelatin, glycerin, lecithin (soy), mineral oil, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, shellac, sorbitol sorbitan solution, titanium dioxide


Questions?



1-866-MUCINEX (1-866-682-4639)

You may also report side effects to this phone number.


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Fast Dissolving Liquid Gels!

MAXIMUM STRENGTH
NDC 63824-519-24

Mucinex®
FAST-MAX®

DAY
COLD & FLU

Acetaminophen – Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer
Dextromethorphan HBr – Cough Suppressant
Guaifenesin – Expectorant
Phenylephrine HCl – Nasal Decongestant

HEADACHE
BODY PAIN

SORE THROAT
FEVER

CHEST CONGESTION
COUGH

ALL IN
ONE*

NASAL CONGESTION
SINUS CONGESTION

SINUS PRESSURE

16

LIQUID GELS
(Liquid Filled
Capsules)

NIGHT
COLD & FLU

Acetaminophen – Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer
Dextromethorphan HBr – Cough Suppressant
Doxylamine succinate - Antihistamine
Phenylephrine HCl – Nasal Decongestant

HEADACHE
BODY PAIN

SORE THROAT
FEVER

ITCHY THROAT
COUGH

ALL IN
ONE*

NASAL CONGESTION
SNEEZING

RUNNY NOSE

8

LIQUID GELS
(Liquid Filled
Capsules)

24 TOTAL
AGES 12+


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