Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Diphenhydramine Hcl, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride
Generic Name: dextromethorphan hydrobromide, diphenhydramine hcl, guaifenesin, phenylephrine hydrochloride
Brand Names:
Vicks Childrens Cough Congestion
Purpose Antihistamine/Cough suppressant Nasal decongestant
Overview
Purpose Antihistamine/Cough suppressant Nasal decongestant
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves common cold symptoms: nasal congestion runny nose & sneezing cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
Dosage
Directions take only as directed only use the dose cup provided do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over 30 mL every 4 hrs children 6 to under 12 yrs 15 mL every 4 hrs children 4 to under 6 yrs do not use unless directed by a doctor children under 4 yrs do not use
Side Effects
When using this product do not use more than directed. excitability may occur, especially in children marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless symptoms do not improve within 7 days or occur with a fever cough persists for more than 7 days, comes back or occurs with a fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Interactions
Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes glaucoma trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema a sodium-restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers
Warnings
Warnings Do not use with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin to make a child sleepy 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 heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes glaucoma trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema a sodium-restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product do not use more than directed. excitability may occur, especially in children marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless symptoms do not improve within 7 days or occur with a fever cough persists for more than 7 days, comes back or occurs with a fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition. 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. Do not use 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.
Pregnancy
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Storage
Other information each 15 mL contains: sodium 44 mg Store at no greater than 25ºC.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Diphenhydramine Hcl, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride used for?▼
Uses temporarily relieves common cold symptoms: nasal congestion runny nose & sneezing cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
What are the side effects of Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Diphenhydramine Hcl, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride?▼
When using this product do not use more than directed. excitability may occur, especially in children marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless symptoms do not improve within 7 days or occur with a fever cough persists for more than 7 days, comes back or occurs with a fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Can I take Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Diphenhydramine Hcl, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride during pregnancy?▼
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
What are the important warnings for Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Diphenhydramine Hcl, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride?▼
Warnings Do not use with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin to make a child sleepy 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 heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes glaucoma trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema a sodium-restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product do not use more than directed. excitability may occur, especially in children marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless symptoms do not improve within 7 days or occur with a fever cough persists for more than 7 days, comes back or occurs with a fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition. 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. Do not use 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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