Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL cold-flu-16s-ifc
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL cold-flu-16s-ifc
Overview
Uses • temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: sinus congestion and pressure cough minor aches and pains headache nasal congestion sore throat runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever • controls cough to help you get to sleep • temporarily reduces fever Uses • temporarily relieves common cold and flu symptoms: sinus congestion and pressure cough minor aches and pains headache nasal congestion sore throat • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive • controls cough to help you get to sleep • temporarily reduces fever
Indications & Usage
Uses • temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: sinus congestion and pressure cough minor aches and pains headache nasal congestion sore throat runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever • controls cough to help you get to sleep • temporarily reduces fever Uses • temporarily relieves common cold and flu symptoms: sinus congestion and pressure cough minor aches and pains headache nasal congestion sore throat • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive • controls cough to help you get to sleep • temporarily reduces fever
Dosage & Administration
Directions • do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning) • do not take more than 12 softgels 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 Directions • do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning) • do not take more than 12 softgels 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
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take • more than 12 softgels in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount • 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 followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly. 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. Ask a doctor before use if you have • liver disease • heart disease • diabetes • high blood pressure • thyroid disease • trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland • glaucoma • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis • persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin • taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product • do not use more than directed • excitability may occur, especially in children • marked drowsiness may occur • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness • avoid alcoholic drinks • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if • 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 fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms. Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: • more than 12 softgels in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount • 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 followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly 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. Ask a doctor before use if you have • liver disease • heart disease • diabetes • high blood pressure • thyroid disease • trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland • persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product do not use more than directed Stop use and ask a doctor if • 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 fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Purpose
Purposes Pain reliever/fever reducer Cough suppressant Antihistamine Nasal decongestant Purposes Pain reliever/fever reducer Cough suppressant Expectorant Nasal decongestant
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. 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.
When Using
When using this product • do not use more than directed • excitability may occur, especially in children • marked drowsiness may occur • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness • avoid alcoholic drinks • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery When using this product do not use more than directed
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if • 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 fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition Stop use and ask a doctor if • 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 fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms. Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Storage & Handling
Other information • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) • avoid excessive heat Other information • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) • avoid excessive heat
Questions
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