Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Package Label.Principle Display Panel CVS NCO 20ct
- Package Label.Principle Display Panel CVS NCO 20ct
Overview
Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms of the common cold: ■ fever ■ sneezing ■ nasal congestion ■ sore throat ■ headache ■ minor aches and pains ■ runny nose ■ sinus congestion and pressure
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms of the common cold: ■ fever ■ sneezing ■ nasal congestion ■ sore throat ■ headache ■ minor aches and pains ■ runny nose ■ sinus congestion and pressure
Dosage & Administration
Directions ■ do not use more than directed (see overdose warning) ■ adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets completely dissolved in 4 ounces of water every 4-6 hours ■ do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours ■ children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Reye’s syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: ■ hives ■ facial swelling ■ asthma (wheezing) ■ shock Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you ■ are age 60 or older ■ have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems ■ take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug ■ take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) ■ have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product ■ take more or for a longer time than directed 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.
Purpose
Purpose Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pain reliever/fever reducer Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg . . . . . . . . . . . . .Antihistamine Phenylephrine Bitartrate 7.8 mg . . . . . . . . . . . . .Nasal decongestant *Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Do Not Use
Do not use ■ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer ■ if you are allergic to aspirin ■ 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 take more than 8 tablets (adults and children 12 years and over) in a 24-hour period or as directed by doctor. ■ do not use more than directed ■ you may get drowsy ■ avoid alcoholic drinks ■ excitability may occur, especially in children ■ alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness ■ be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding ■ feel faint ■ vomit blood ■ have bloody or black stools ■ have stomach pain that does not get better ■ an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away. ■ pain or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days ■ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days ■ new symptoms occur ■ redness or swelling is present ■ ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs ■ nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occurs
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children Keep out of reach of children.
Questions
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