Vicks Nyquil Drug Information

Generic name: ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHROPHAN, DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL

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Uses of Vicks Nyquil

temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: nasal congestion sinus congestion & pressure cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation cough to help you sleep minor aches & pains headache fever sore throat runny nose & sneezing reduces swelling of nasal passages temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage

Dosage & Administration of Vicks Nyquil

adults & children 12 yrs & over30 mL every 4 hrs
children 6 to under 12 yrs15 mL every 4 hrs
children 4 to under 6 yrsdo not use unless directed by a doctor
children under 4 yrsdo not use

Side Effects of Vicks Nyquil

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 5 days (children) 7 days (adults) 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.

Drug Interactions with Vicks Nyquil

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers taking the blood thinning drug warfarin

Pregnancy Safety for Vicks Nyquil

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

Contraindications for Vicks Nyquil

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. to make a child sleepy

Overdosage Information for Vicks Nyquil

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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