Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Tablet
Generic Name: chlorpheniramine maleate, acetaminophen, phenylephrine hydrochloride, dextromethorphan hydrobromide tablet
Brand Names:
Alka-seltzer Plus Cold And Flu, Cvp, Alka-seltzer Plus Cold And Flu, Basix, Alka-seltzer Plus Cold And Flu
Purposes Purposes Pain reliever/fever reducer Antihistamine Cough suppressant Nasal decongestant
Overview
Purposes Purposes Pain reliever/fever reducer Antihistamine Cough suppressant Nasal decongestant
Uses
Uses Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu: minor aches and pains headache cough sore throat runny nose sneezing nasal and sinus congestion temporarily reduces fever
Dosage
Directions Directions do not take more than the recommended dose adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets fully dissolved in 4 oz of water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor. children under 12 years: do not use
Side Effects
When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage may cause marked drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if 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. nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs
Interactions
Ask a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes glaucoma cough with excessive phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema a sodium restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin taking sedatives or tranquilizers
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Allergy alert Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin or severe allergic reactions. Symptoms may include: skin reddening blisters rash hives facial swelling asthma (wheezing) shock If a skin or general allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Sore throat warning 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. Do not use to sedate children 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 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 any of its ingredients in children under 12 years of age Ask a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes glaucoma cough with excessive phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema a sodium restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage may cause marked drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if 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. nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms. 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 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 any of its ingredients in children under 12 years of age
Pregnancy
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Storage
Other information Other information each tablet contains : potassium 80 mg; sodium 356 mg store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Tablet used for?▼
Uses Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu: minor aches and pains headache cough sore throat runny nose sneezing nasal and sinus congestion temporarily reduces fever
What are the side effects of Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Tablet?▼
When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage may cause marked drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if 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. nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs
Can I take Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Tablet during pregnancy?▼
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
What are the important warnings for Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Tablet?▼
Warnings Liver warning Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Allergy alert Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin or severe allergic reactions. Symptoms may include: skin reddening blisters rash hives facial swelling asthma (wheezing) shock If a skin or general allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Sore throat warning 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. Do not use to sedate children 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 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 any of its ingredients in children under 12 years of age Ask a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes glaucoma cough with excessive phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema a sodium restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage may cause marked drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if 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. nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms. 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 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 any of its ingredients in children under 12 years of age
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