FDA Label for Target Multi Symptom Flu Relief

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Target Multi Symptom Flu Relief Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Target Corporation. 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.

Active Ingredients (In Each Packet)



Acetaminophen 1000 mg

Dextromethorphan HBr 30 mg

Acetaminophen 1000 mg

Chlorpheniramine maleate 4 mg

Dextromethorphan HBr 30 mg


Purposes



Pain reliever/Fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Pain reliever/Fever reducer

Antihistamine

Cough suppressant


Uses



  • temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a common cold or flu:
    • headache
    • minor aches and pains
    • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
    • minor sore throat pain
    • temporarily reduces fever
      • temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a common cold or flu:
        • headache
        • minor aches and pains
        • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
        • minor sore throat pain
        • runny nose
        • temporarily reduces fever

Warnings



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

  • more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours
  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day 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.

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

      • more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours
      • with other drugs containing acetaminophen
      • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day 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



  • in a child under 12 years of age
  • if you are allergic to acetaminophen
  • 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.
    • in a child under 12 years of age
    • if you are allergic to acetaminophen
    • 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 a MAO, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



  • liver disease
  • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
  • cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
    • liver disease
    • glaucoma
    • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
    • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
    • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
    • cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are



  • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
    • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
    • taking sedatives or tranquilizers

When Using This Product



  • do not exceed recommended dosage.
    • avoid alcoholic drinks
    • marked drowsiness may occur
    • 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



  • pain 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 rash or headache that lasts.
  • These could be signs of a serious condition.
    • pain 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 rash or headache that lasts.
    • These could be signs of a serious condition.

If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding,



ask a health professional before use.

ask a health professional before use.


Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.



In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.


Directions



  • do not use more than directed
  • take every 6 hours, while symptoms persist. Do not take more than 3 packets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor.
    • Age
    • Dose
    • adults and children 12 years of age and over
    • one packet
    • children under 12 years of age
    • do not use
    • dissolve contents of one packet into 8 oz. hot water; sip while hot. Consume the entire drink within 10-15 minutes.
    • if using a microwave, add contents of one packet to 8 oz. of cool water; stir briskly before and after heating. Do not overheat.
      • do not use more than directed
      • take every 6 hours, while symptoms persist. Do not take more than 3 packets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor.
        • Age
        • Dose
        • adults and children 12 years of age and over
        • one packet
        • children under 12 years of age
        • do not use
        • dissolve contents of one packet into 8 oz. hot water; sip while hot. Consume entire drink within 10-15 minutes.
        • if using a microwave, add contents of one packet to 8 oz. of cool water; stir briskly before and after heating. Do not overheat

Other Information



  • each packet contains: potassium 6 mg
  • store at room temperature. Protect from excessive heat and moisture.
    • each packet contains: potassium 6 mg
    • store at room temperature. Protect from excessive heat and moisture.

Inactive Ingredients



anhydrous citric acid, caramel, flavor, maltodextrin, potassium chloride, silica, sucralose, sucrose.

anhydrous citric acid, caramel, flavor, maltodextrin, potassium chloride, silica, sucralose, sucrose.


Questions Or Comments?



1-866-467-2748

1-866-467-2748


Other Safety Information



READ ALL WARNINGS AND DIRECTIONS ON CARTON BEFORE USE. KEEP CARTON FOR REFERENCE. DO NOT DISCARD.

DO NOT TAKE BOTH PRODUCTS AT THE SAME TIME.

DO NOT TAKE MORE THAN 3 DOSES IN TOTAL IN ANY 24 HOUR PERIOD.

DO NOT TAKE A DOSE OF THE NIGHTTIME PRODUCT SOONER THAN 4 HOURS AFTER THE LAST DOSE OF THE DAYTIME PRODUCT UNLESS DIRECTED BY YOUR DOCTOR.

TAMPER-EVIDENT INNER UNIT. DO NOT USE IF NECKBAND PRINTED WITH “SEALED FOR SAFETY” IS TORN OR MISSING.

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Compare to the active ingredients in Theraflu Multi-Symptom Flu Relief Max Strength** Daytime* & Nighttime*.

NDC 82442-559-12

MULTI SYMPTOM FLU RELIEF

Daytime Maximum Strength** Flu Relief

AcetaminophenPain Reliever/Fever Reducer

Dextromethorphan HBrCough Suppressant

6 PACKETS

Nighttime Maximum Strength** Flu Relief

AcetaminophenPain Reliever/Fever Reducer

Chlorpheniramine MaleateAntihistamine

Dextromethorphan HBrCough Suppressant

6 PACKETS

Hot liquid therapy that relieves:

  • Fever
  • Body ache
  • Headache
  • Sore throat pain
  • Cough
  • Runny nose (Nighttime only)
  • 6 DAYTIME PACKETS

    6 NIGHTTIME PACKETS

    12 TOTAL PACKETS

    Honey Lemon Flavor

    Natural & Artificial Flavored

    *This product is not distributed by GSK Consumer Healthcare, distributor of Theraflu Multi-Symptom Flu Relief Max Strength** Daytime.

    * This product is not distributed by GSK Consumer Healthcare, distributor of Theraflu Multi-Symptom Flu Relief Max Strength** Nighttime.

    **Maximum Strength per 6 hour dose


* Please review the disclaimer below.