FDA Label for Mucinex Childrens Multi-symptom Cold And Sore Throat
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- OTHER
- OTC - PURPOSE
- USES
- LIVER WARNING
- ALLERGY ALERT
- SORE THROAT WARNING
- DO NOT USE
- ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF THE CHILD HAS
- OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST
- OTC - WHEN USING
- STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
- OVERDOSE WARNING
- DIRECTIONS
- OTHER INFORMATION
- INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
- QUESTIONS?
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 118 ML BOTTLE CARTON
Mucinex Childrens Multi-symptom Cold And Sore Throat 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 England
Otc - Purpose
Active ingredients (in each 10 mL) | Purposes |
---|---|
Acetaminophen 325 mg | Pain reliever/fever reducer |
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg | Cough suppressant |
Guaifenesin 200 mg | Expectorant |
Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg | Nasal decongestant |
Uses
- temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms:
- nasal congestion
- stuffy nose
- cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
- the intensity of coughing
- the impulse to cough to help your child get to sleep
- minor aches and pains
- sore throat
- headache
- temporarily reduces fever
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
Liver Warning
This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes
- more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
- with other drugs containing acetaminophen
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.
- 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 The Child Has
- liver disease
- 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)
Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
Otc - When Using
When using this product do not use more than directed (see Overdose warning)
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
- nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
- pain, nasal congestion, or cough gets worse or lasts more than 5 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.
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 even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
- this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
- do not give more than directed (see Overdose warning)
- measure only with dosing cup provided
- do not use dosing cup with other products
- dose as follows or as directed by a doctor
- children 6 to under 12 years of age: 10 mL in dosing cup provided every 4 hours while symptoms last; do not give more than 5 doses in any 24-hour period
- children under 6 years of age: do not use
Other Information
- each 10 mL contains: sodium 6 mg
- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- do not refrigerate
Inactive Ingredients
anhydrous citric acid, edetate disodium, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, flavors, glycerin, propyl gallate, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucralose, trisodium citrate dihydrate
may contain this ingredient
, xanthan gumQuestions?
1-866-MUCINEX (1-866-682-4639)
You may also report side effects to this phone number.
Principal Display Panel - 118 Ml Bottle Carton
Pediatrician Recommended†
NDC 63824-952-17
Mucinex®
Children's
MULTI-SYMPTOM
COLD &
SORE THROAT
Acetaminophen 325 mg - Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg - Cough Suppressant
Guaifenesin 200 mg - Expectorant
Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg - Nasal Decongestant
✓ Relieves Sore Throat✓ Relieves Stuffy Nose✓ Relieves Chest
Congestion and Cough✓ Breaks up Mucus
Ages
6+
yrs
Very Berry
Flavor Liquid
4 FL OZ (118 mL)
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