FDA Label for Daytime Cold And Flu Multi Symptom Relief

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Daytime Cold And Flu Multi Symptom Relief Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Shield Pharmaceuticals Corp. 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

Distributed by:
Shield Pharmaceuticals Corp.
Hauppauge, NY 11788


Active Ingredient (In Each Softgel)



Acetaminophen 325 mg
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg
Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg


Purpose



Pain reliever/fever reducer
Cough suppressant
Nasal decongestant


Uses



temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:
• nasal congestion
• cough due to minor
• throat & bronchial irritation
• sore throat
• headache
• minor aches & pains
• fever


Warnings



Liver warning:This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
• more than 8 Softgels in 24 hrs, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
• with other drugs containing acetaminophen
• 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily 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 is 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
• high blood pressure
• thyroid disease
• diabetes
• trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland
• cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
• persistent or chronic cough as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema


Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist



Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.


Otc - When Using



When using this product
• do not use more than directed.


Otc - Stop Use



Stop use and ask a doctor if
• you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless
• 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 rash or headache that lasts.


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


Directions



take only as directed  do not exceed 8 softgels per 24 hrs

adults & children 12 yrs & over2 Softgels with water every 4 hrs
children 4 to under 12 yrsask a doctor
children under 4 yrsdo not use


Other Information



• store between 20-25°C (68-77°F).
Avoid high humidity and excessive heat.
Protect from light.


Questions Or Comments?



1-800-373-6981 (toll-free)


Inactive Ingredients



butylated hydroxyanisole, FD&C Yellow No. 6, gelatin, glycerin, methylparaben, polyethylene glycol-400, propylene glycol, propylparaben, povidone, purified water, sorbitol


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Nighttime Cold & Flu

Multi-Symptom Relief

Acetaminophen
Dextromethorphan HBr
Phenylephrine HCl

• Headache, Fever, Sore Throat,
• Minor Aches & Pain
• Nasal Congestion,
• Sinus Pressure
• Cough

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