Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan Hbr, Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine Hcl

Generic Name: acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hbr, guaifenesin, pseudoephedrine hcl

Expectorant [EPC]Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Duraflu

Purpose Pain Reliever Antitussive Expectorant Nasal Decongestant

Overview

Purpose Pain Reliever Antitussive Expectorant Nasal Decongestant

Uses

Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains fever headache cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes nasal congestion due to the common cold

Dosage

Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and over: 1 tablet every 4 hours, not to exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor Children under 12 years of age ½ tablet every 4 hours, not to exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage.

Side Effects

When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage. Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur pain, cough, or nasal congestion 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 rash or headache that lasts These could be signs of a serious condition

Interactions

Ask a doctor before use if you have ■ liver disease ■ heart disease ■ high blood pressure ■ thyroid disease ■ diabetes ■ 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 taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.

Warnings

Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: More than 3,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hrs; with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Do not Exceed recommended dosage ■ KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATION OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 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 this product 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 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 ■ heart disease ■ high blood pressure ■ thyroid disease ■ diabetes ■ 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 taking the blood thinning drug warfarin. When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage. Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur pain, cough, or nasal congestion 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 rash or headache that lasts These could be signs of a serious condition Do not use this product 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 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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan Hbr, Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine Hcl used for?

Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains fever headache cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes nasal congestion due to the common cold

What are the side effects of Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan Hbr, Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine Hcl?

When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage. Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur pain, cough, or nasal congestion 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 rash or headache that lasts These could be signs of a serious condition

What are the important warnings for Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan Hbr, Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine Hcl?

Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: More than 3,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hrs; with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Do not Exceed recommended dosage ■ KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATION OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 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 this product 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 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 ■ heart disease ■ high blood pressure ■ thyroid disease ■ diabetes ■ 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 taking the blood thinning drug warfarin. When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage. Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur pain, cough, or nasal congestion 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 rash or headache that lasts These could be signs of a serious condition Do not use this product 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 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

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Medical Disclaimer

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