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Severe Cold and Flu Night time

Generic: ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR, DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL

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Basic Information
Manufacturer
HyVee Inc
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
4f963491-e1f0-494d-acb6-5f4d2b267d4a
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer Cough suppressant Antihistamine Nasal decongestant
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • nasal congestion • sinus congestion and pressure • minor aches and pains • headache • fever • sore throat • runny nose and sneezing • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation • cough to help you sleep • reduces swelling of nasal passages • promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
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 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, 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 Ask a doctor before use if you have • liver disease • heart disease • high blood pressure • thyroid disease • diabetes • glaucoma • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis • trouble urinating due to an enlarged 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 sedatives or tranquilizers • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product • do not use more than directed • excitability may occur, especially in children • marked drowsiness may occur • avoid alcoholic drinks • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness Stop use and ask a doctor if • you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless • pain, nasal congestion, 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.

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

Keep out of reach of children.

Overdose warning: In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.