Acetaminophen Chlorpheniramine Maleate Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Phenylepherine Hydrochloride
Generic Name: acetaminophen chlorpheniramine maleate dextromethorphan hydrobromide phenylepherine hydrochloride
Brand Names:
Cough And Cold Xl3 Xtra
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer Antihistamine Antitussive Nasal decongestant
Overview
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer Antihistamine Antitussive Nasal decongestant
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves: • muscular aches and pains • headache • temporarily reduces fever • runny nose • sneezing • itching of the nose or throat • itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies • pressure • nasal congestion • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants
Dosage
Directions • Do not use more than directed (see overdose warning) •do not take this product form more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor • Adults and children 12 years of age and over • take 2 capsule every 4 hours. • Do not take more than 12 capsules in 24 hours Children under 12 years of age • Do not use this adult product in children under 12 years of age; this will provide more than the recommended dose (overdoes) may cause liver damage. Do not exceed recommended dosage
Side Effects
When using this product • excitability may occur, especially in children • may cause drowsiness •alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness effect • use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery • avoid alcohlic beverages Stop use and aska doctor • symptoms do not improve • pain, nasal congestion or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days • redness or swelling is present • new symptoms occur •cough comes back or occurs with a rash or a headache tha lasts. These could be the signs of a serious condition • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur • fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days.
Interactions
Ask a doctor before use if you have • liver disease • a breathing problem such as emphysema • glaucoma • heart disease • high blood pressure • thyroid disease • diabetes • difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you • are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take • more than 12 tablets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount • with other drugs containing acetaminophen • 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. 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. • for more than 10 days for pain unless directed by a doctor • for more than 3 days for fever unless directed by a doctor •if you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product • 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 • for persistent or chronic cough such as occurs when smoking, asthma, or emphysema, or if cough is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus) unless directed by a doctor • if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers, without first consulting your doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acetaminophen Chlorpheniramine Maleate Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Phenylepherine Hydrochloride used for?▼
Uses temporarily relieves: • muscular aches and pains • headache • temporarily reduces fever • runny nose • sneezing • itching of the nose or throat • itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies • pressure • nasal congestion • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants
What are the side effects of Acetaminophen Chlorpheniramine Maleate Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Phenylepherine Hydrochloride?▼
When using this product • excitability may occur, especially in children • may cause drowsiness •alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness effect • use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery • avoid alcohlic beverages Stop use and aska doctor • symptoms do not improve • pain, nasal congestion or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days • redness or swelling is present • new symptoms occur •cough comes back or occurs with a rash or a headache tha lasts. These could be the signs of a serious condition • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur • fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days.
What are the important warnings for Acetaminophen Chlorpheniramine Maleate Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Phenylepherine Hydrochloride?▼
Warnings Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take • more than 12 tablets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount • with other drugs containing acetaminophen • 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. 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. • for more than 10 days for pain unless directed by a doctor • for more than 3 days for fever unless directed by a doctor •if you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product • 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 • for persistent or chronic cough such as occurs when smoking, asthma, or emphysema, or if cough is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus) unless directed by a doctor • if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers, without first consulting your doctor.
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Medical Disclaimer
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