Vicks Dayquil Cough Drug Information
Generic name: DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Expectorant [EPC]
Uses of Vicks Dayquil Cough
temporarily relieves common cold symptoms: nasal congestion sinus congestion & pressure cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation cough to help you sleep reduces swelling of nasal passages temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose 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 Vicks Dayquil Cough
| 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 | 6 yrs ask a doctor |
| children under 4 yrs | do not use |
Side Effects of Vicks Dayquil Cough
When using this product
, do not use more than directed.
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.
Warnings & Cautions for Vicks Dayquil Cough
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. Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema a sodium-restricted diet When using this product, do not use more than directed.
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.
Drug Interactions with Vicks Dayquil Cough
Pregnancy Safety for Vicks Dayquil Cough
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Contraindications for Vicks Dayquil Cough
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 Vicks Dayquil Cough
Keep out of reach of children.
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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