Drug Facts

Drug Facts
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SPL
SPL Set ID 2b7c5b5a-ebe3-4381-bb71-2359bc553df5
Route
ORAL
Published
Effective Date 2025-08-18
Document Type 34390-5 HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL

Drug Facts

Composition & Product

Active Ingredients
Acetaminophen (325 mg) Dextromethorphan (10 mg) Doxylamine (6.25 mg) Phenylephrine (5 mg) Guaifenesin (200 mg)
Inactive Ingredients
D&c Yellow No. 10 Fd&c Blue No. 1 Gelatin Glycerin Polyethylene Glycol, Unspecified Povidone Propylene Glycol Water Sorbitan Sorbitol Mannitol Titanium Dioxide Fd&c Red No. 40 Fd&c Yellow No. 6

Identifiers & Packaging

Pill Appearance
Imprint: 12A Shape: capsule Color: green Color: orange Size: 20 mm Score: 1
Marketing Status
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG Completed Since 2019-11-29 Until 2026-11-29

Description

Acetaminophen 325 mg Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Guaifenesin 200 mg Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer Cough suppressant Expectorant Nasal decongestant


Medication Information

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer Cough suppressant Expectorant Nasal decongestant

Description

Acetaminophen 325 mg Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Guaifenesin 200 mg Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg

Uses

DAYTIME

  • temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms
    • headache
    • nasal congestion
    • sore throat
    • cough
    • minor aches and pains
    • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
    • temporarily reduces fever

NIGHTTIME

  • temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms
    • cough
    • headache
    • minor aches and pains
    • sore throat
    • nasal congestion
    • runny nose and sneezing
    • controls cough to help you get to sleep
    • temporarily reduces fever
Warnings

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

Liver warning: These products contain 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.

Directions

DAYTIME

  • do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning)
  • do not take more than 12 softgels (Daytime and NightTime) in any 24-hour period
  • adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 2 softgels every 4 hours
  • children under 12 years of age: do not use
  • when using other Daytime or Nighttime products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing

NIGHTTIME

  • do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning)
  • do not take more than 12 softgels (Daytime and Nighttime) in any 24-hour period
  • adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 2 softgels every 4 hours
  • children under 12 years of age: do not use
  • when using other Daytime or Nighttime products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing 
Do Not Use

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

  • 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.
Product Label
CVS HEALTH Maximum Strength Daytime Severe Cold, Maximum Strength Nighttime Severe Cold
Other Information

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

  • store between 20-25ºC (68-77ºF)
  • avoid excessive heat
  • swallow whole, do not crush, chew, or dissolve
Purpose for Daytime

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Expectorant

Nasal decongestant

Inactive Ingredients

DAYTIME

FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, mannitol, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol, titanium dioxide

NIGHTTIME

D&C yellow #10, FD&C blue #1, gelatin, glycerin, mannitol, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol, titanium dioxide

Purpose for Nighttime

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Antihistamine

Nasal decongestant

Questions Or Comments?

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST

Principal Display Panel

DAY & NIGHT COMBO PACK

Compare to the active ingredients in Maximum Strength Mucinex® FAST-Max® Day Severe Cold Liquid Gels and Night Cold & Flu Liquid Gels†

DAYTIME

MAXIMUM STRENGTH

Daytime Severe Cold

Acetaminophen  325 mg Pain Reliever ; Fever Reducer

Dextromethorphan HBr  10 mg  Cough Suppressant

Guaifenesin 200 mg  Expectorant

Phenylephrine HCL - 5 mg Nasal Decongestant

MULTI-SYMPTOM

  • Relieves cough
  • Thins & loosens mucus
  • Relieves nasal & chest congestion
  • Relieves aches, fever & sore throat

FOR AGES 12+

SOFTGELS**

(Liqui-filled capsules)

NIGHTTIME

MAXIMUM STRENGTH

Nighttime Cold & Flu

Acetaminophen 325 mg Pain reliever, Fever reducer

Dextromethorphan HBr  10 mg Cough suppressant

Doxylamine Succinate 6.25 mg Antihistamine

Phenylephrine HCL 5 mg Nasal decongestant

MULTI-SYMPTOM

  • Relieves cough
  • Relieves runny nose & sneezing
  • Relieves nasal congestion
  • Relieves aches, fever & sore throat

FOR AGES 12+

SOFTGELS**

(*Liqui-Filled Capsules)

*This product is not manufactured or distributed by Reckitt Benckiser, distributor of Maximum Strength Mucinex® Fast-Max® Day Severe Cold and Maximum Strength Mucinex® Fast-Max® Night Cold & Flu Liquid Gels.

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF BLISTER UNIT IS TORN, BROKEN OR SHOWS ANY SIGNS OF TAMPERING.

KEEP OUTER CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND PRODUCT INFORMATION.

Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc.

One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895

When Using This Product,

DAYTIME

do not use more than directed

NIGHTTIME

  • do not use more than directed
  • excitability may occur, especially in children
  • marked drowsiness may occur 
  • avoid alcoholic drinks
  • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
  • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

  • 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 rash or headache that lasts. These coukld be signs of a serious condition.
If Pregnant Or Breast Feeding,

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

ask a health professional before use.

Keep Out of Reach of Children.

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose can cause liver damage. 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 as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have

DAYTIME

  • liver disease
  • diabetes
  • high blood pressure
  • heart disease
  • thyroid disease
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • a persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)

NIGHTTIME

  • liver disease
  • diabetes
  • high blood pressure
  • heart disease
  • glaucoma
  • thyroid disease
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus  
Active Ingredients in Daytime (in Each Softgel)

Acetaminophen 325 mg

Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg

Guaifenesin 200 mg

Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are

DAYTIME

taking the blood thinning drug warfarin

NIGHTTIME

taking the blood thinning drug warfarin

taking sedatives or tranquilizers

Active Ingredients in Nighttime (in Each Softgel)

Acetaminophen 325 mg

Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg

Doxylamine succinate 6.25 mg

Phenylephrine HCI 5 mg


Structured Label Content

Uses

DAYTIME

  • temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms
    • headache
    • nasal congestion
    • sore throat
    • cough
    • minor aches and pains
    • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
    • temporarily reduces fever

NIGHTTIME

  • temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms
    • cough
    • headache
    • minor aches and pains
    • sore throat
    • nasal congestion
    • runny nose and sneezing
    • controls cough to help you get to sleep
    • temporarily reduces fever
Warnings

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

Liver warning: These products contain 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.

Directions

DAYTIME

  • do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning)
  • do not take more than 12 softgels (Daytime and NightTime) in any 24-hour period
  • adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 2 softgels every 4 hours
  • children under 12 years of age: do not use
  • when using other Daytime or Nighttime products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing

NIGHTTIME

  • do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning)
  • do not take more than 12 softgels (Daytime and Nighttime) in any 24-hour period
  • adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 2 softgels every 4 hours
  • children under 12 years of age: do not use
  • when using other Daytime or Nighttime products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing 
Do Not Use (Do not use)

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

  • 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.
Product Label
CVS HEALTH Maximum Strength Daytime Severe Cold, Maximum Strength Nighttime Severe Cold
Other Information (Other information)

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

  • store between 20-25ºC (68-77ºF)
  • avoid excessive heat
  • swallow whole, do not crush, chew, or dissolve
Purpose for Daytime

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Expectorant

Nasal decongestant

Inactive Ingredients (Inactive ingredients)

DAYTIME

FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, mannitol, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol, titanium dioxide

NIGHTTIME

D&C yellow #10, FD&C blue #1, gelatin, glycerin, mannitol, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol, titanium dioxide

Purpose for Nighttime

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Antihistamine

Nasal decongestant

Questions Or Comments? (Questions or comments?)

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST

Principal Display Panel

DAY & NIGHT COMBO PACK

Compare to the active ingredients in Maximum Strength Mucinex® FAST-Max® Day Severe Cold Liquid Gels and Night Cold & Flu Liquid Gels†

DAYTIME

MAXIMUM STRENGTH

Daytime Severe Cold

Acetaminophen  325 mg Pain Reliever ; Fever Reducer

Dextromethorphan HBr  10 mg  Cough Suppressant

Guaifenesin 200 mg  Expectorant

Phenylephrine HCL - 5 mg Nasal Decongestant

MULTI-SYMPTOM

  • Relieves cough
  • Thins & loosens mucus
  • Relieves nasal & chest congestion
  • Relieves aches, fever & sore throat

FOR AGES 12+

SOFTGELS**

(Liqui-filled capsules)

NIGHTTIME

MAXIMUM STRENGTH

Nighttime Cold & Flu

Acetaminophen 325 mg Pain reliever, Fever reducer

Dextromethorphan HBr  10 mg Cough suppressant

Doxylamine Succinate 6.25 mg Antihistamine

Phenylephrine HCL 5 mg Nasal decongestant

MULTI-SYMPTOM

  • Relieves cough
  • Relieves runny nose & sneezing
  • Relieves nasal congestion
  • Relieves aches, fever & sore throat

FOR AGES 12+

SOFTGELS**

(*Liqui-Filled Capsules)

*This product is not manufactured or distributed by Reckitt Benckiser, distributor of Maximum Strength Mucinex® Fast-Max® Day Severe Cold and Maximum Strength Mucinex® Fast-Max® Night Cold & Flu Liquid Gels.

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF BLISTER UNIT IS TORN, BROKEN OR SHOWS ANY SIGNS OF TAMPERING.

KEEP OUTER CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND PRODUCT INFORMATION.

Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc.

One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895

When Using This Product, (When using this product,)

DAYTIME

do not use more than directed

NIGHTTIME

  • do not use more than directed
  • excitability may occur, especially in children
  • marked drowsiness may occur 
  • avoid alcoholic drinks
  • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
  • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If (Stop use and ask a doctor if)

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

  • 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 rash or headache that lasts. These coukld be signs of a serious condition.
If Pregnant Or Breast Feeding, (If pregnant or breast-feeding,)

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

ask a health professional before use.

Keep Out of Reach of Children. (Keep out of reach of children.)

DAYTIME and NIGHTTIME

Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose can cause liver damage. 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 as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have (Ask a doctor before use if you have)

DAYTIME

  • liver disease
  • diabetes
  • high blood pressure
  • heart disease
  • thyroid disease
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • a persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)

NIGHTTIME

  • liver disease
  • diabetes
  • high blood pressure
  • heart disease
  • glaucoma
  • thyroid disease
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus  
Active Ingredients in Daytime (in Each Softgel) (Active ingredients in Daytime (in each softgel))

Acetaminophen 325 mg

Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg

Guaifenesin 200 mg

Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are (Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are)

DAYTIME

taking the blood thinning drug warfarin

NIGHTTIME

taking the blood thinning drug warfarin

taking sedatives or tranquilizers

Active Ingredients in Nighttime (in Each Softgel) (Active ingredients in Nighttime (in each softgel))

Acetaminophen 325 mg

Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg

Doxylamine succinate 6.25 mg

Phenylephrine HCI 5 mg


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