Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Medique® Cold & Cough Product Multi-Symptom Relief Pull to Open Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer • Acetaminophen 325 mg Cough Suppressant • Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Nasal Decongestant • Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg 80 Caplets (40 x 2) Tamper Evident Unit Dose Packets 108R Cold
- Medique® Cold & Cough Product Multi-Symptom Relief Pull to Open Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer • Acetaminophen 325 mg Cough Suppressant • Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Nasal Decongestant • Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg 80 Caplets (40 x 2) Tamper Evident Unit Dose Packets 108R Cold
Overview
Uses temporarily relieves these common cold/flu symptoms: ■ minor aches and pains ■ headache ■ sore throat ■ nasal congestion ■ cough ■ sinus congestion and pressure ■ helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive temporarily reduces fever.
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily relieves these common cold/flu symptoms: ■ minor aches and pains ■ headache ■ sore throat ■ nasal congestion ■ cough ■ sinus congestion and pressure ■ helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive temporarily reduces fever.
Dosage & Administration
Directions do not take more than directed (see Warnings ) Adults and children: (12 years and over) ■ take 2 caplets every 4 hours ■ do not take more than 12 caplets in 24 hours Children under 12 years: do not use this adult product in children under 12 years of age. This will provide more than the recommended dose (overdose) and may cause liver damage.
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: ■ more than 12 caplets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount ■ with other drugs containing acetaminophen ■ 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Allergy alert: acetaminophen may cause a severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: ■ skin reddening ■ blisters ■ rash If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help immediately. 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 Pain reliever/fever reducer Cough suppressant 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 drugs. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
When Using
When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage.
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur ■ pain gets worse or lasts for 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 could be signs of a serious condition.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, contact a doctor or Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately. Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Questions
Questions or comments? 1-800-634-7680
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