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ACETAMINOPHEN,DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL

Drug class

Adrenergic alpha1-Agonists [MoA]; Decreased Respiratory Secretion Viscosity [PE]; Expectorant [EPC]; Increased Respiratory Secretions [PE]; Sigma-1 Agonist [EPC]; Sigma-1 Receptor Agonists [MoA]; Uncompetitive N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor Antagonist [EPC]; Uncompetitive NMDA Receptor Antagonists [MoA]; alpha-1 Adrenergic Agonist [EPC]

Uses

Uses - temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: nasal congestion sinus congestion & pressure cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation minor aches & pains headache fever sore throat reduces swelling of nasal passages temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage - helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive.

Warnings

Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if adult takes more than 4 doses (30 mL each) in 24 hrs, which is the maximum daily amount for this product child takes more than 4 doses (15 mL each) in 24 hrs, which is the maximum daily amount for this product taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen adult has 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day 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, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.

Dosage & administration

Directions take only as directed only use the dose cup provided do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over - 30 mL every 4 hrs children 6 to under 12 yrs - 15 mL every 4 hrs children 4 to under 6 yrs - ask a doctor children under 4 yrs - do not use

Active ingredient

Active ingredients (in each 15 mL) Acetaminophen 325 mg Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Guaifenesin 200 mg Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg

Inactive ingredient

Inactive ingredients citric acid monohydrate, FD&C yellow no. 6, flavor, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, sodium saccharin, sorbitol solution, sucralose, xanthan gum

Dosage forms & strengths

CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED LIQUID
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 mg/1 PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 mg/1 ACETAMINOPHEN 325 mg/1 GUAIFENESIN 200 mg/1 PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 mg/15mL ACETAMINOPHEN 325 mg/15mL GUAIFENESIN 200 mg/15mL DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 mg/15mL

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Official source

DailyMed

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