FDA Label for Equate Health Non Drowsy Day Cold And Flu Plus And Nighttime Cold And Flu Plus

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Equate Health Non Drowsy Day Cold And Flu Plus And Nighttime Cold And Flu Plus Product Label

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Active Ingredients (In Each Softgel)



Equate Health COLD & FLU FORMULA DAY NON-DROWSY

Acetaminophen 325 mg
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg
Phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg

Equate Health COLD & FLU FORMULA NIGHT

Acetaminophen 325 mg
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg
Phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg


Purposes



DAY COLD & FLU FORMULA

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Nasal decongestant

NIGHT COLD & FLU FORMULA

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Antihistamine

Nasal decongestant


Uses



DAY COLD & FLU FORMULA

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu:
minor aches and pains
headache
cough
sore throat
nasal and sinus congestion
temporarily reduces fever

NIGHT COLD & FLU FORMULA

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Antihistamine

Nasal decongestant


Other



Liver warning

DAY COLD & FLU FORMULA

These products contain acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take

  • more than 10 softgels in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
  • 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.

    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.

      NIGHTTIME COLD & FLU FORMULA

      Liver warning

      These products contain acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take

      • more than 10 softgels in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
      • 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.

        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.

          Do not use to sedate children.


Do Not Use



DAY COLD & FLU FORMULA

  • 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.
  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
  • in children under 12 years of age
  • NIGHTTIME COLD & FLU FORMULA

    • 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.
    • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
    • in children under 12 years of age

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



DAYTIME COLD & FLU FORMULA

  • liver disease
  • heart disease
  • high blood pressure
  • thyroid disease
  • diabetes
  • cough with excessive phlegm (mucus)
  • difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
  • persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
  • NIGHTTIME COLD & FLU FORMULA

    • liver disease
    • heart disease
    • high blood pressure
    • thyroid disease
    • diabetes
    • glaucoma
    • cough with excessive phlegm (mucus)
    • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
    • difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
    • persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema

When Using This Product



DAYTIME COLD & FLU FORMULA

When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage

NIGHTTIME COLD & FLU FORMULA

  • do not exceed recommended dosage
  • may cause marked drowsiness
  • avoid alcoholic drinks
  • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
  • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
  • excitability may occur, especially in children

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



DAYTIME COLD & FLU FORMULA

  • pain, cough, or nasal congestion 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.

    • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs
    • NIGHTTIME COLD &FLUĀ  FORMULA

      • pain, cough, or nasal congestion 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.

        • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding



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


Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



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


Directions



DAY COLD & FLU FORMULA

  • do not take more than the recommended dose
  • adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 softgels with water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 10 softgels in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor.
  • children under 12 years: do not use
  • NIGHTTIME COLD & FLU FORMULA

    • do not take more than the recommended dose
    • adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 softgels with water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 10 softgels in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor.
    • children under 12 years: do not use

Other Information



  • store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.

Inactive Ingredients



DAY COLD & FLU FORMULA

FD&C Red# 40, FD&C Yellow# 6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan, titanium dioxide

NIGHTTIME COLD & FLU FORMULA

D&C Yellow No. 10, FD&C Blue No. 1, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene, glycol-400, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, shellac, sorbitol
sorbitan, sodium hydroxide, titanium dioxide


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Equate NON-DROWSY DAY Cold & Flu Plus and NIGHTTIME Cold & Flu Plus 20ct

Compare to the active ingredients in

Alka-Seltzer PLUS® Day and Night Cold and Flu Formula*

NON-DROWSY DAY

Cold & Flu Plus

ACETAMINOPHEN- Pain reliever; Fever reducer

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBr - Cough suppressant

PHENYLEPHRINE HCI - Nasal decongestant

Relieves:

Nasal congestion; Cough;

Headache & body ache;

Sore throat; Sinus pressure

12 SOFTGELS

NIGHTTIME

Cold & Flu Plus

ACETAMINOPHEN- Pain reliever; Fever reducer

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBr - Cough suppressant

DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE - Antihistamine

PHENYLEPHRINE HCI - Nasal decongestant

Relieves:

Nasal congestion; Cough;

Headache & body ache;

Sore throat; Runny nose

8 SOFTGELS

THIS PRODUCT IS PACKAGED IN A CHILD-RESISTANT AND

TAMPER-EVIDENT PACKAGE. USE ONLY IF BLISTERS ARE INTACT

*This product is not manufactured or distributed by Bayer

Healthcare LLC, owner of the registered trademark

Alka-Seltzer PLUS® Day and Night Cold and Flu Formula


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