FDA Label for Maximum Strength Daytime Nighttime Cold And Flu
View Indications, Usage & Precautions
- OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT
- OTC - PURPOSE
- INDICATIONS & USAGE
- WARNINGS
- OTC - DO NOT USE
- OTC - ASK DOCTOR
- OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST
- OTC - WHEN USING
- OTC - STOP USE
- OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING
- OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
- DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION
- OTHER INFORMATION
- INACTIVE INGREDIENT
- OTC - QUESTIONS
- PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
Maximum Strength Daytime Nighttime Cold And Flu Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Cvs Pharmacy, 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.
Otc - Active Ingredient
Active ingredients (in each softgel)
Daytime Cold & Flu
Acetaminophen 325 mg
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg
Guaifenesin 200 mg
Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg
Active ingredients (in each softgel)
Nighttime Cold & Flu
Acetaminophen 325 mg
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg
Doxylamine succinate 6.25 mg
Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg
Otc - Purpose
Purposes
Daytime Cold & Flu
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Cough suppressant
Expectorant
Nasal decongestant
Purposes
Nighttime Cold & Flu
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Cough suppressant
Antihistamine
Nasal decongestant
Indications & Usage
Uses
- temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms:
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive ( Daytime only)
- controls cough to help you get to sleep
- temporarily reduces fever
sinus congestion and pressure
cough
minor aches and pains
headache
nasal congestion
sore throat
runny nose and sneezing (
Nighttime only)
itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever (
Nighttime only)
itching of the nose or throat (
Nighttime only)
Warnings
Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take:
- more than 12 softgels in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
- with other drugs containing acetaminophen
- 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily while using this product
- skin reddening
- blisters
- rash
Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:
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.
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), 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.
Otc - Ask Doctor
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 ( Nighttime only)
- breathing problems such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis ( Nighttime only)
- persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
- cough that occurs with too much 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 ( Nighttime only)
Otc - When Using
When using this product
- do not use more than directed
- excitability may occur, especially in children ( Nighttime only)
- marked drowsiness may occur ( Nighttime only)
- alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness ( Nighttime only)
- avoid alcoholic drinks ( Nighttime only)
- be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery ( Nighttime only)
Otc - Stop Use
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 (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.
Dosage & Administration
Directions
- do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning)
- do not take more than 12 softgels in any 24-hour period
- adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 softgels every 4 hours
- children under 12 years of age: do not use
Other Information
Other information
- store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- avoid excessive heat
Inactive Ingredient
Inactive ingredients (Daytime only)
FD&C yellow no. 6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, shellac, sorbitol sorbitan solution, titanium dioxide, purified water
Inactive ingredients (Nighttime only)
FD&C blue no. 1, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, shellac, sorbitol sorbitan solution, titanium dioxide, purified water
Otc - Questions
Questions? call 1-877-290-4008
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