Mucinex Junior Cold and Flu ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, and PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE ACETAMINOPHEN ACETAMINOPHEN DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE DEXTROMETHORPHAN GUAIFENESIN GUAIFENESIN PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE PHENYLEPHRINE STARCH, CORN CROSPOVIDONE FD&C BLUE NO. 1 ALUMINUM LAKE MAGNESIUM STEARATE MALTODEXTRIN MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED POLYVINYL ALCOHOL, UNSPECIFIED POVIDONE, UNSPECIFIED SILICON DIOXIDE sodium starch glycolate type b potato STEARIC ACID TALC TITANIUM DIOXIDE Mx;Jr
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 20 Caplet Blister Pack Carton Pediatrician Recommended † NDC 63824-670-20 NEW Mucinex® Junior COLD & FLU Acetaminophen 162.5 mg – Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg – Cough Suppressant Guaifenesin 100 mg – Expectorant Phenylephrine HCl 2.5 mg – Nasal Decongestant Ages 6 + yrs SORE THROAT FEVER CHEST CONGESTION COUGH NASAL CONGESTION SINUS CONGESTION SINUS PRESSURE HEADACHE BODY PAIN ALL IN ONE* Junior Caplet ± Actual Size 20 CAPLETS DO NOT CHEW PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 20 Caplet Blister Pack Carton
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 20 Caplet Blister Pack Carton Pediatrician Recommended † NDC 63824-670-20 NEW Mucinex® Junior COLD & FLU Acetaminophen 162.5 mg – Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg – Cough Suppressant Guaifenesin 100 mg – Expectorant Phenylephrine HCl 2.5 mg – Nasal Decongestant Ages 6 + yrs SORE THROAT FEVER CHEST CONGESTION COUGH NASAL CONGESTION SINUS CONGESTION SINUS PRESSURE HEADACHE BODY PAIN ALL IN ONE* Junior Caplet ± Actual Size 20 CAPLETS DO NOT CHEW PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 20 Caplet Blister Pack Carton
Overview
Uses temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: cough nasal congestion headache sore throat minor aches and pains 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
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: cough nasal congestion headache sore throat minor aches and pains 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
Dosage & Administration
Directions this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use do not give more than directed (see Overdose warning ) dose as follows or as directed by a doctor children 6 to under 12 years of age: give 2 caplets every 4 hours while symptoms last; do not give more than 5 doses in any 24-hour period children under 6 years of age: do not use
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes: more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount with other drugs containing acetaminophen 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. in a child who is 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 child's prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product. Ask a doctor before use if the child has liver disease heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product do not use more than directed (see Overdose warning ) Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur pain, nasal congestion, or cough gets worse or lasts more than 5 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. Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Purpose
Active ingredients (in each caplet) Purposes Acetaminophen 162.5 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg Cough suppressant Guaifenesin 100 mg Expectorant Phenylephrine HCl 2.5 mg 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. in a child who is 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 child's prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product.
When Using
When using this product do not use more than directed (see Overdose warning )
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 5 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.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage & Handling
Other information Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Questions
Questions? 1-866-MUCINEX (1-866-682-4639) You may also report side effects to this phone number.
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