Maximum Strength Cold Flu Drug Information
Generic name: ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL
Expectorant [EPC]
Uses of Maximum Strength Cold Flu
temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: cough nasal congestion minor aches and pain sore throat headache stuffy nose sinus congestion and pressure temporarily reduces fever temporarily promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
Dosage & Administration of Maximum Strength Cold Flu
do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning) do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period measure only with dosing cup provided. do not use dosing cup with other products dose as follows or as directed by a doctor mL = milliliter adults and children 12 years of age and older: 20 mL in dosing cup provided every 4 hours children under 12 years of age: Do not use
Side Effects of Maximum Strength Cold Flu
When using this product
, do not use more than directed.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur 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 fever, rash or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Warnings & Cautions for Maximum Strength Cold Flu
- Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen.
- Severe liver damage may occur if you take: more than 6 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday 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. Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin. When using this product, do not use more than directed. Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur 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 fever, 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: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 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.
Drug Interactions with Maximum Strength Cold Flu
Pregnancy Safety for Maximum Strength Cold Flu
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Contraindications for Maximum Strength Cold Flu
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.
Overdosage Information for Maximum Strength Cold Flu
Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 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.
Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.
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