FDA Label for Equate Sf Menthol Cough Drops
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Equate Sf Menthol Cough Drops Product Label
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Otc - Active Ingredient
Active ingredient (in each drop)
Menthol 5.8 mg
Otc - Purpose
Purpose
Cough suppressant / Oral anesthetic
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily relieves:
- cough as may occur with a cold
- occasional minor irritation and sore throat
Warnings
Warnings
Sore throat warning: if sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days, see your dentist or doctor promptly. These symptoms may be serious.
Otc - Ask Doctor
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
- cough accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus)
Otc - Stop Use
Stop use and consult doctor if
- cough persists for more than 7 days, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, reash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- sore throat is severe, or irritation, pain or redness lasts or worsens
- sore mouth does not improve in 7 days
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.
Dosage & Administration
Directions
adults and children 5 years and over - dissolve 1 lozenge slowly in mouth. Repeat every 2 hours as needed or as directed by a doctor.
children under 5 years - ask a doctor
Other Safety Information
Other information
- 6 calories per drop
- Excess consumption may cause a laxative effect
- do not use if bag is torn or open
Inactive Ingredient
Inactive ingredients: Acesulfame potassium, corn starch, eucalyptus oil, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, glycerin, gum arabic, isomalt, maltitol syrup, medium chain triglycerides, natural and artificial flavors, potassium sorbate, soybean oil, sucralose and water.
Otc - Questions
Questions? call 1-888-287-1915.
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