Severe Cold (acetaminophen 325 mg dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg guaifenesin 200 mg phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg) Dailymed
Generic: acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hbr, guaifenesin, phenylephrine hcl is used for the treatment of Cough Fever Glucosephosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency Liver Diseases Pain Bronchitis Common Cold Laryngitis Pharyngitis Rhinitis, Allergic, Perennial Sinusitis Whooping Cough Fissure in Ano Glaucoma, Open-Angle Hemorrhoids Hypertension Hypotension Pruritus Ani Rhinitis, Vasomotor Shock, Septic Tachycardia, Supraventricular Mydriasis Tachycardia, Ventricular
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Active Ingredients (in Each Softgels)
Acetaminophen 325 mg
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg
Guaifenesin 200 mg
Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg
Purposes
Pain reliever/fever reducerÂ
Cough suppressant
Expectorant
Nasal decongestant
Uses
- temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms:
- headache
- nasal congestion
- sore throat
- cough
- minor ache and pain
- temporarily reduces fever
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productiveÂ
Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take:
- more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours
- with other drugs containing acetaminophen
- 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
Allergy alert:Â Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:
- skin reddening
- bulers
- 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
- diabetes
- high blood pressure
- heart disease
- 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
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,
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
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 (1-800-222-1222) right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
- do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning)
- do not take more than 12 softgels in any 24-hour period
- adults and children 12 years and older: take 2 softgels every 4 hours
- children under 12 years of age: do not use
Other Information
- store between 20-25ºC (68-77ºF)
- avoid excessive heat
- swallow whole; do not crush, chew, or dissolve
Inactive Ingredients
FD&C red 40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, mannitol, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol, titanium dioxide
Questions Or Comments?
Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST
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Compare to active ingredients in Maximum Strength Mucinex® Fast-Max® Severe Cold Liquid Gel**
Maximum Strength
Severe Cold
Acetaminophen - Pain reliever, Fever reducer
Dextromethorphan HBr - Cough Suppressant
Guaifenesin-Â Â Expectorant
Phenylephrine HCLÂ - Nasal decongestant
MULTI SYMPTOM
- Controls cough
- Thins & loosens mucus
- Relieves nasal & chest congestion
- Relieves aches, fever & sore throat
For Ages 12 +
Alcohol Free
SOFTGELSâ€
(†Liquid-filled capsules)
*This product is not manufactured or distributed by Reckitt Benckiser, distributor of Maximum Strength Mucinex® Fast-Max® Severe Cold Liquid Gels.
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF CARTON IS OPENED OR IF BLISTER UNIT IS TORN, BROKEN OR SHOWS ANYÂ SIGNS OF TAMPERING
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Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895
CVS.com
Package Label
CVS HEALTH Maximum Strength Severe Cold
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