Acetaminophen, Doxylamine Succinate And Dextromethorphan Hbr
Generic Name: acetaminophen, doxylamine succinate and dextromethorphan hbr
Brand Names:
Nighttime Cold And Flu
Purpose Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer Cough Suppressant Antihistamine
Overview
Purpose Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer Cough Suppressant Antihistamine
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • sore throat • minor aches and pains • runny nose and sneezing • headache • fever • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation.
Dosage
Directions • take only as directed (see overdose warning) • measure only with dosing cup provided and keep dosage cup with product • mL=mililiter • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hours Age Dose adults and children 12 years and over 30 mL every 6 hours children under 12 years do not use
Side Effects
When using this product • do not use more than directed (see overdose warning) • avoid alcoholic drinks • excitability may occur, especially in children • marked drowsiness may occur • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness. Stop use and ask a doctor if • pain 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 rash or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Interactions
Ask a doctor before use if you have • liver disease • glaucoma • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) • a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occur with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if: • adults and children over 12 years of age take more than 4 doses (30 mL each) in 24 hours, 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, lasts for mroe than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, heacache, 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. • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or anay of its ingredients
Pregnancy
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acetaminophen, Doxylamine Succinate And Dextromethorphan Hbr used for?▼
Uses temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • sore throat • minor aches and pains • runny nose and sneezing • headache • fever • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation.
What are the side effects of Acetaminophen, Doxylamine Succinate And Dextromethorphan Hbr?▼
When using this product • do not use more than directed (see overdose warning) • avoid alcoholic drinks • excitability may occur, especially in children • marked drowsiness may occur • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness. Stop use and ask a doctor if • pain 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 rash or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Can I take Acetaminophen, Doxylamine Succinate And Dextromethorphan Hbr during pregnancy?▼
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
What are the important warnings for Acetaminophen, Doxylamine Succinate And Dextromethorphan Hbr?▼
Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if: • adults and children over 12 years of age take more than 4 doses (30 mL each) in 24 hours, 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, lasts for mroe than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, heacache, 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. • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or anay of its ingredients
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Medical Disclaimer
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