Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Packaging daytime087-1
- Packaging daytime087-1
Overview
Uses: temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • nasal congestion • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation • sore throat • headache • minor aches & pains • fever
Indications & Usage
Uses: temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • nasal congestion • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation • sore throat • headache • minor aches & pains • fever
Dosage & Administration
Directions: • take only as directed - see Overdose warning • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over 2 softgels with water every 4 hrs children 4 to under 12 yrs ask a doctor children under 4 yrs do not use
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings: Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take • more than 4 doses in 24 hrs, which is the maximum daily amount for this product • 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, lasts 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 • thyroid disease • diabetes • high blood pressure • trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) • persistent or chronic cough as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema 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 • you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless • pain, nasal congestion or cough get worse or last 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. If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning: Taking more than directed can cause serious health problems. 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 & for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Purpose
Purposes Pain reliever / Fever reducer Cough suppressant Nasal decongestant
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning: Taking more than directed can cause serious health problems. 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 & for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Storage & Handling
Other information: • store at room temperature between 20-25 °C (68-77 °F)
Questions
Questions or comments: 1-800-632-6900
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