Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Doxylamine Succinate

Generic Name: dextromethorphan hydrobromide, acetaminophen, phenylephrine hydrochloride, doxylamine succinate

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Alka-seltzer Plus Maximum Strength Day And Night Cold And Flu

Uses · temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu: · minor aches and pains · headache · cough · sore throat · nasal and sinus congestion · temporarily reduces fever

Overview

Uses · temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu: · minor aches and pains · headache · cough · sore throat · nasal and sinus congestion · temporarily reduces fever

Uses

Uses · temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu: · minor aches and pains · headache · cough · sore throat · nasal and sinus congestion · temporarily reduces fever

Dosage

Directions · do not take more than the recommended dose · adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 capsules with water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 10 capsules 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. 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 before use if you have ● liver disease ● heart disease ● high blood pressure ● thyroid disease ● diabetes ● cough with excessive phlegm (mucus) ● difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland ● persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema

Warnings

Warnings 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: 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: 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 ● 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 before use if you have ● liver disease ● heart disease ● high blood pressure ● thyroid disease ● diabetes ● cough with excessive phlegm (mucus) ● difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland ● persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage. 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 ● 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Doxylamine Succinate used for?

Uses · temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu: · minor aches and pains · headache · cough · sore throat · nasal and sinus congestion · temporarily reduces fever

What are the side effects of Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Doxylamine Succinate?

When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage. 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 Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Doxylamine Succinate during pregnancy?

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

What are the important warnings for Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Doxylamine Succinate?

Warnings 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: 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: 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 ● 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 before use if you have ● liver disease ● heart disease ● high blood pressure ● thyroid disease ● diabetes ● cough with excessive phlegm (mucus) ● difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland ● persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage. 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 ● 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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Medical Disclaimer

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