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Uses described in the label
Uses ■ temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold, the flu, or hay fever: ■ minor aches and pains ■ headache ■ sore throat ■ nasal congestion ■ runny nose ■ sinus congestion and pressure ■ cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation ■ sneezing, itching of the nose or throat, and itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever ■ temporarily reduces fever ■ promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
Directions ■ adults and children 12 years of age and over: 2 tablets every 4 hours, while symptoms persist, not to exceed 6 doses (12 tablets) in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor ■ children 6 to under 12 years of age: 1 tablet every 4 hours, while symptoms persist, not to exceed 5 doses (5 tablets) in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor ■ children under 6 of age : consult a doctor
Warnings
Warnings Liver Warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if adult takes more than 12 tablets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product child takes more than 5 doses in 24 hours taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen adult has 3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday while using this product Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: skin reddening blisters rash If a skin rash occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Do not give to children under 6 years of age unless directed by doctor.
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each tablet) Acetaminophen 325 mg Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg Phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg
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 the user is 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
Ask a doctor before use if the user has heart disease high blood pressure diabetes glaucoma liver disease thyroid disease a high fever a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis a persistent cough cough with excessive phlegm (mucus) difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the user is ■ taking sedatives or tranquilizers ■ taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
While using this medicine
When using this product ■ do not exceed recommended dosage ■ may cause excitability especially in children ■ do not drive or operate machinery ■ avoid alcoholic beverages ■ may cause marked drowsiness; alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect
When to stop use and seek help
Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ pain or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 5 days (children) or 7 days (adults) ■ sore throat persists for more than 2 days ■ nasal congestion is accompanied by fever ■ nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur ■ any of the following occurs (these could be signs of a serious condition): ■ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days ■ a severe sore throat ■ sore throat is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea or vomiting ■ redness or swelling is present ■ new symptoms occur ■ cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever rash, or persistent headache
Pregnancy or breast feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Child safety
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Storage and handling
Other information ■ keep tightly sealed ■ store between below 25 C (77 F) in a dry place, away from direct sunlight
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