Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
NDC 72854-139 MUCINEX FAST-MAX Kickstart + Nighttime Cold & Flu Pack Kickstart Severe Cold & Flu: Acetaminophen – Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer Dextromethorphan HBr – Cough Suppressant Guaifenesin – Expectorant • Phenylephrine HCl – Nasal Decongestant Nighttime Severe Cold & Flu: Acetaminophen – Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer Dextromethorphan HBr – Cough Suppressant Phenylephrine HCl – Nasal Decongestant • Triprolidine HCl – Antihistamine FOR AGES 12+ TWO – 6 FL OZ (180 mL) bottles TOTAL – 12 FL OZ (360 mL) Label Label Label Label
- NDC 72854-139 MUCINEX FAST-MAX Kickstart + Nighttime Cold & Flu Pack Kickstart Severe Cold & Flu: Acetaminophen – Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer Dextromethorphan HBr – Cough Suppressant Guaifenesin – Expectorant • Phenylephrine HCl – Nasal Decongestant Nighttime Severe Cold & Flu: Acetaminophen – Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer Dextromethorphan HBr – Cough Suppressant Phenylephrine HCl – Nasal Decongestant • Triprolidine HCl – Antihistamine FOR AGES 12+ TWO – 6 FL OZ (180 mL) bottles TOTAL – 12 FL OZ (360 mL) Label Label Label Label
Overview
Uses KICKSTART SEVERE COLD & FLU: temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: ■ cough ■ nasal congestion ■ minor aches and pains ■ sore throat ■ headache ■ stuffy nose ■ sinus congestion and pressure ■ temporarily reduces fever ■ helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive NIGHT TIME SEVERE COLD & FLU: temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: ■ cough ■ nasal congestion ■ minor aches and pains ■ sore throat ■ headache ■ sinus congestion and pressure ■ runny nose ■ sneezing ■ itching of the nose or throat ■ itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever ■ temporarily reduces fever ■ controls cough to help you get to sleep
Indications & Usage
Uses KICKSTART SEVERE COLD & FLU: temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: ■ cough ■ nasal congestion ■ minor aches and pains ■ sore throat ■ headache ■ stuffy nose ■ sinus congestion and pressure ■ temporarily reduces fever ■ helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive NIGHT TIME SEVERE COLD & FLU: temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: ■ cough ■ nasal congestion ■ minor aches and pains ■ sore throat ■ headache ■ sinus congestion and pressure ■ runny nose ■ sneezing ■ itching of the nose or throat ■ itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever ■ temporarily reduces fever ■ controls cough to help you get to sleep
Dosage & Administration
Directions KICKSTART SEVERE COLD & FLU ■ do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning) ■ do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period ■ measure only with dosing cup provided ■ do not use dosing cup with other products ■ dose as follows or as directed by a doctor ■ adults and children 12 years of age and over: 20 mL in dosing cup provided every 4 hours ■ children under 12 years of age: do not use NIGHT TIME SEVERE COLD & FLU ■ do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning) ■ do not take more than 4 doses in any 24-hour period ■ measure only with dosing cup provided ■ do not use dosing cup with other products ■ dose as follows or as directed by a doctor ■ adults and children 12 years of age and over: 20 mL in dosing cup provided every 4 hours ■ children under 12 years of age: do not use
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings KICKSTART SEVERE COLD & FLU: Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: ■ more than 6 doses 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 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 fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition. NIGHT TIME SEVERE COLD & FLU: Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: ■ more than 4,000 mg 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 ■ glaucoma ■ trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland ■ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis ■ persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, 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 ■ use caution 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.
Purpose
Purposes KICKSTART SEVERE COLD & FLU: Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg.....................................Cough suppressant Guaifenesin 400 mg........................................................Expectorant Phenylephrine HCl 10mg........................................Nasal decongestant NIGHT TIME SEVERE COLD & FLU: Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg....................................Cough suppressant Phenylephrine HCl 10mg................................... . . . .Nasal decongestant Triprolidine HCl 2.5 mg................................................Antihistamine
Keep Out of Reach of Children
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.
Storage & Handling
Other Information KICKSTART SEVERE COLD & FLU ■ each 20 mL contains: sodium 12 mg ■ store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) ■ do not refrigerate NIGHT TIME SEVERE COLD & FLU ■ each 20 mL contains: sodium 16 mg ■ store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) ■ do not refrigerate
Questions
1-866-MUCINEX (1-866-682-4639)
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