preferred plus mucus relief Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine HCl ACETAMINOPHEN ACETAMINOPHEN DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE DEXTROMETHORPHAN GUAIFENESIN GUAIFENESIN PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE PHENYLEPHRINE CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM CROSPOVIDONE (15 MPA.S AT 5%) MALTODEXTRIN CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINE POLYETHYLENE GLYCOLS POLYVINYL ALCOHOL POVIDONES SILICON DIOXIDE STEARIC ACID TALC TITANIUM DIOXIDE L922
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Package/Label Principal Display Panel MAXIMUM STRENGTH MULTI-SYMPTOM Compare to the active ingredients in Mucinex® Fast-Max® Cold, Flu & Sore Throat SEE NEW WARNINGS Mucus Relief Acetaminophen – Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer Dextromethorphan HBr – Cough Suppressant Guaifenesin – Expectorant Phenylephrine HCl – Nasal Decongestant Cold, Flu & Sore Throat MAXIMUM STRENGTH Relieves Headache, Fever & Sore Throat Controls Cough Relieves Nasal & Chest Congestion Thins & Loosens Mucus For Ages 12+ Actual Size 20 CAPLETS Preferred Plus Pharmacy Mucus Relief image 1 Preferred Plus Pharmacy Mucus Relief image 2 Preferred Plus Pharmacy Mucus Relief image 3
- Package/Label Principal Display Panel MAXIMUM STRENGTH MULTI-SYMPTOM Compare to the active ingredients in Mucinex® Fast-Max® Cold, Flu & Sore Throat SEE NEW WARNINGS Mucus Relief Acetaminophen – Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer Dextromethorphan HBr – Cough Suppressant Guaifenesin – Expectorant Phenylephrine HCl – Nasal Decongestant Cold, Flu & Sore Throat MAXIMUM STRENGTH Relieves Headache, Fever & Sore Throat Controls Cough Relieves Nasal & Chest Congestion Thins & Loosens Mucus For Ages 12+ Actual Size 20 CAPLETS Preferred Plus Pharmacy Mucus Relief image 1 Preferred Plus Pharmacy Mucus Relief image 2 Preferred Plus Pharmacy Mucus Relief image 3
Overview
Uses • temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: • nasal congestion • cough • minor aches and pains • sore throat • headache • temporarily reduces fever • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
Indications & Usage
Uses • temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: • nasal congestion • cough • minor aches and pains • sore throat • headache • temporarily reduces fever • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
Dosage & Administration
Directions • do not take more than directed (see overdose warning) • do not take more than 10 caplets in any 24-hour period • adults and children 12 years and older: take 2 caplets 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 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 • 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. • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients Ask a doctor before use if you have • liver disease • heart disease • diabetes • high blood pressure • thyroid disease • trouble urinating due to an 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 rash or persistent headache. 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: 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
Purpose 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. • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
When Using
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 rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning: 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 • each caplet contains: sodium 4 mg • do not use if blister unit is broken or torn • store at 20-25 o C (68-77 o F)
Questions
Questions or comments? 1-800-719-9260
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