Indications and uses
temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: nasal congestion cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation sore throat headache minor aches & pains fever
Vicks DayQuil and Vicks NyQuil
- Manufacturer
- The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company
- Effective date
- 2021-11-03
- Label type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
- Version
- 7
- Source
- legacy-cache
- Hydrated at
- 2026-08-01 22:29:03
Label at a glance#
ProductVicks DayQuil and Vicks NyQuil Cold and Flu Multi-Symptom Relief/Cold and Flu Nighttime Relief
Active ingredientACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE
Label structure20 sections
Dosage and administration
take only as directed - see Overdose warning do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over 2 LiquiCaps with water every 4 hrs children 4 to under 12 yrs ask a doctor children under 4 yrs do not use when using other DayQuil or NyQuil ® products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing
Storage and handling
store at room temperature
Contacts and useful links#
Label contents#
Full prescribing information#
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
DayQuil Cold & Flu
Drug Facts
OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
| Active ingredients (in each LiquiCap) | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Acetaminophen 325 mg | Pain reliever/Fever reducer |
| Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg | Cough suppressant |
| Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg | Nasal decongestant |
Uses
temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:
- nasal congestion
- cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation
- sore throat
- headache
- minor aches & pains
- fever
Warnings
Liver warning
This product contains acetaminophen.
Severe liver damage may occur if you take
- more than 4 doses in 24 hrs, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
- with other drugs containing acetaminophen
- 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
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 enlarged prostate gland
- cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
- persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
When using this product, do not use more than directed.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless
- pain, nasal congestion or cough get worse or last 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.
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose warning
Taking more than directed can cause serious health problems. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults & for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
- take only as directed - see Overdose warning
- do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs
adults & children 12 yrs & over 2 LiquiCaps with water every 4 hrs children 4 to under 12 yrs ask a doctor children under 4 yrs do not use - when using other DayQuil or NyQuil ® products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing
Other information
- store at room temperature
Inactive ingredients
FD&C Red No. 40, FD&C Yellow No. 6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution, titanium dioxide
Questions?
1-800-251-3374
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
NyQuil Cold & Flu
Drug Facts
OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
| Active ingredients (in each LiquiCap) | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Acetaminophen 325 mg | Pain reliever/Fever reducer |
| Dextromethorphan HBr 15 mg | Cough suppressant |
| Doxylamine succinate 6.25 mg | Antihistamine |
Uses
temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:
- cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation
- sore throat
- headache
- minor aches & pains
- fever
- runny nose & sneezing
Warnings
Liver warning
This product contains acetaminophen.
Severe liver damage may occur if you take
- more than 4 doses in 24 hrs, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
- with other drugs containing acetaminophen
- 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
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.
- to make a child sleep
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- liver disease
- glaucoma
- cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
- a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema
- trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland
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, & tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- pain 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.
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose warning
Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious health problems. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
- take only as directed - see Overdose warning
- do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hours
adults & children 12 yrs & over 2 LiquiCaps with water every 6 hrs children 4 to under 12 yrs ask a doctor children under 4 yrs do not use - when using other DayQuil ® or NyQuil products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing
Other information
- store at room temperature
Inactive ingredients
D&C Yellow No. 10, FD&C Blue No. 1, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution, titanium dioxide
Questions?
1-800-362-1683
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Dist. by Procter & Gamble,
Cincinnati OH 45202
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 24 Capsule Kit Carton
COMBO PACK
VICKS ®
DayQuil ®
COLD & FLU
Multi-Symptom Relief
Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine HCl,
Dextromethorphan HBr
- Minor Aches & Pains, Fever & Sore Throat
- Nasal Congestion
- Cough
Non-Drowsy
16 DayQuil LiquiCaps ®
NyQuil ®
COLD & FLU
Nighttime Relief
Acetaminophen, Doxylamine Succinate,
Dextromethorphan HBr
- Minor Aches & Pains, Fever & Sore Throat
- Sneezing, Runny Nose
- Cough
8 NyQuil LiquiCaps ® : Total 24 Liquicaps ®
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 48 Capsule Kit Carton
GREAT
VALUE
COMBO PACK
VICKS ®
DayQuil ®
COLD & FLU
Multi-Symptom Relief
Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine, Dextromethorphan
- Aches, Fever & Sore Throat
- Nasal Congestion
- Cough
Non-Drowsy
32 DayQuil LiquiCaps®
NyQuil ®
COLD & FLU
Nighttime Relief
Acetaminophen, Doxylamine, Dextromethorphan
- Aches, Fever & Sore Throat
- Sneezing, Runny Nose
- Cough
16 NyQuil LiquiCaps® 48 Total
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 72 Capsule Kit Carton
GREAT
VALUE
COMBO PACK
VICKS ®
DayQuil®
COLD & FLU
Multi-Symptom Relief
Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine HCl,
Dextromethorphan HBr
- Aches, Fever & Sore Throat
- Nasal Congestion
- Cough
Non-Drowsy
Alcohol Free / Antihistamine Free
48 DayQuil LiquiCaps®
NyQuil®
COLD & FLU
Nighttime Relief
Acetaminophen, Doxylamine
Succinate, Dextromethorphan HBr
- Aches, Fever & Sore Throat
- Sneezing, Runny Nose
- Cough
24 NyQuil LiquiCaps® 72 Total
DailyMed Socrata Ingredients#
| Ingredient | Type | UNII | SPL version | Uploaded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acetaminophen | ACTIVE INGREDIENT | 362O9ITL9D | 2 | |
| Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide | ACTIVE INGREDIENT | 9D2RTI9KYH | 2 | |
| Doxylamine Succinate | ACTIVE INGREDIENT | V9BI9B5YI2 | 2 | |
| Phenylephrine Hydrochloride | ACTIVE INGREDIENT | 04JA59TNSJ | 2 | |
| Acetaminophen | ACTIVE MOIETY | 362O9ITL9D | 2 | |
| Dextromethorphan | ACTIVE MOIETY | 7355X3ROTS | 2 | |
| Doxylamine | ACTIVE MOIETY | 95QB77JKPL | 2 | |
| phenylephrine | ACTIVE MOIETY | 1WS297W6MV | 2 | |
| D&C Yellow No. 10 | INACTIVE INGREDIENT | 35SW5USQ3G | 2 | |
| FD&C Blue No. 1 | INACTIVE INGREDIENT | H3R47K3TBD | 2 | |
| FD&C Red No. 40 | INACTIVE INGREDIENT | WZB9127XOA | 2 | |
| FD&C Yellow No. 6 | INACTIVE INGREDIENT | H77VEI93A8 | 2 | |
| gelatin | INACTIVE INGREDIENT | 2G86QN327L | 2 | |
| glycerin | INACTIVE INGREDIENT | PDC6A3C0OX | 2 | |
| polyethylene glycols | INACTIVE INGREDIENT | 3WJQ0SDW1A | 2 | |
| povidones | INACTIVE INGREDIENT | FZ989GH94E | 2 | |
| propylene glycol | INACTIVE INGREDIENT | 6DC9Q167V3 | 2 | |
| titanium dioxide | INACTIVE INGREDIENT | 15FIX9V2JP | 2 | |
| water | INACTIVE INGREDIENT | 059QF0KO0R | 2 |
Products#
Every source-derived product name is available through these pages.
- Vicks DayQuil and Vicks NyQuil Cold and Flu Multi-Symptom Relief/Cold and Flu Nighttime Relief
- Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, and Doxylamine Succinate
- Vicks DayQuil Cold and Flu Multi-Symptom Relief
- Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, and Phenylephrine Hydrochloride
- FD&C RED NO. 40
- FD&C YELLOW NO. 6
- GELATIN
- GLYCERIN
- POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED
- POVIDONE
- PROPYLENE GLYCOL
- WATER
- TITANIUM DIOXIDE
- ACETAMINOPHEN
- DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE
- DEXTROMETHORPHAN
- PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
- PHENYLEPHRINE
- Vicks NyQuil Cold and Flu Nighttime Relief
- Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, and Doxylamine Succinate
- DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE
- DOXYLAMINE
- D&C YELLOW NO. 10
- FD&C BLUE NO. 1
- Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Acetaminophen, Doxylamine Succinate, and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
NDC Codes#
| Product NDC | Package NDC |
|---|---|
| 37000-412 | 37000-412-24 |
| 37000-557 | 37000-557-08, 37000-557-24 |
| 37000-413 | 37000-413-48 |
| 37000-414 | 37000-414-72 |
| 37000-558 | 37000-558-48 |
Ingredients#
Every source-derived ingredient row is available through these pages.
Source Document#
Inactive ingredient matches#
Inactive Ingredient Database values describe FDA-listed use contexts. The match method and ambiguity count are shown because ingredient names, routes, and dosage forms are not always unique. Browse recovered IID releases and source provenance.
| DailyMed ingredient | IID ingredient | UNII | Dosage form / route | Potency | Maximum daily exposure | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| propylene glycol | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | 6DC9Q167V3 | SOLUTION / TOPICAL | 4886 mg | ||
| FD&C Yellow No. 6 | FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 | H77VEI93A8 | CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS / ORAL | NA | ||
| FD&C Red No. 40 | FD&C RED NO. 40 | WZB9127XOA | SYRUP / ORAL | 3 mg | ||
| gelatin | GELATIN | 2G86QN327L | POWDER, FOR SUSPENSION / ORAL | NA | ||
| propylene glycol | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | 6DC9Q167V3 | GEL / TRANSDERMAL | 500 mg | ||
| FD&C Yellow No. 6 | FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 | H77VEI93A8 | SYRUP / ORAL | 4 mg/5ml | ||
| propylene glycol | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | 6DC9Q167V3 | GEL / RECTAL | 3315 mg | ||
| glycerin | GLYCERIN | PDC6A3C0OX | SUSPENSION / AURICULAR (OTIC) | 0.05 %w/w | ||
| gelatin | GELATIN | 2G86QN327L | INJECTION / INTRACAVITARY | 0.05 ml | ||
| gelatin | GELATIN | 2G86QN327L | TABLET, CHEWABLE / ORAL | 24 mg | ||
| glycerin | GLYCERIN | PDC6A3C0OX | TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL | 7 mg | ||
| povidones | POVIDONE | FZ989GH94E | CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE / ORAL | NA | ||
| propylene glycol | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | 6DC9Q167V3 | CAPSULE / ORAL | 1072 mg | ||
| D&C Yellow No. 10 | D&C YELLOW NO. 10 | 35SW5USQ3G | ELIXIR / ORAL | 0.3 mg/15ml | ||
| propylene glycol | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | 6DC9Q167V3 | INJECTION, SOLUTION / INTRAVENOUS | 4000 mg | ||
| D&C Yellow No. 10 | D&C YELLOW NO. 10 | 35SW5USQ3G | CONCENTRATE / ORAL | 0.03 mg/1ml | ||
| glycerin | GLYCERIN | PDC6A3C0OX | LIQUID / TOPICAL | 2.5 %w/w | ||
| titanium dioxide | TITANIUM DIOXIDE | 15FIX9V2JP | GRANULE, FOR SUSPENSION / ORAL | 143 mg | ||
| propylene glycol | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | 6DC9Q167V3 | SUSPENSION/ DROPS / TOPICAL | 0.75 %w/v | ||
| glycerin | GLYCERIN | PDC6A3C0OX | SYSTEM / IONTOPHORESIS | 168.1 mg | ||
| propylene glycol | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | 6DC9Q167V3 | ELIXIR / ORAL | 9306 mg | ||
| FD&C Yellow No. 6 | FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 | H77VEI93A8 | TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL | 8 mg | ||
| titanium dioxide | TITANIUM DIOXIDE | 15FIX9V2JP | CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS / ORAL | 4.4 mg | ||
| FD&C Red No. 40 | FD&C RED NO. 40 | WZB9127XOA | TABLET, CHEWABLE / ORAL | 40 mg | ||
| titanium dioxide | TITANIUM DIOXIDE | 15FIX9V2JP | CAPSULE, COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL | NA | ||
| titanium dioxide | TITANIUM DIOXIDE | 15FIX9V2JP | CAPSULE / RESPIRATORY (INHALATION) | NA | ||
| titanium dioxide | TITANIUM DIOXIDE | 15FIX9V2JP | GUM, CHEWING / BUCCAL | 182 mg | ||
| propylene glycol | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | 6DC9Q167V3 | INJECTION, SOLUTION / SUBCUTANEOUS | 1.4 %w/v | ||
| titanium dioxide | TITANIUM DIOXIDE | 15FIX9V2JP | DROPS / ORAL | NA | ||
| glycerin | GLYCERIN | PDC6A3C0OX | CONCENTRATE / ORAL | 1800 mg | ||
| povidones | POVIDONE | FZ989GH94E | SOLUTION / ORAL | 3000 mg | ||
| povidones | POVIDONE | FZ989GH94E | POWDER, FOR SUSPENSION / ORAL | 35 mg/5ml | ||
| propylene glycol | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | 6DC9Q167V3 | FILM, SOLUBLE / BUCCAL | 5 mg | ||
| propylene glycol | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | 6DC9Q167V3 | OINTMENT / DENTAL | NA | ||
| gelatin | GELATIN | 2G86QN327L | CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED / ORAL | 1042 mg | ||
| FD&C Yellow No. 6 | FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 | H77VEI93A8 | CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED / ORAL | 1 mg | ||
| povidones | POVIDONE | FZ989GH94E | CAPSULE, COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL | NA | ||
| gelatin | GELATIN | 2G86QN327L | INJECTION, POWDER, FOR SOLUTION / SUBCUTANEOUS | 14 mg | ||
| FD&C Blue No. 1 | FD&C BLUE NO. 1 | H3R47K3TBD | TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE / ORAL | 0.01 mg | ||
| D&C Yellow No. 10 | D&C YELLOW NO. 10 | 35SW5USQ3G | GEL / DENTAL | NA | ||
| glycerin | GLYCERIN | PDC6A3C0OX | SYSTEM / TOPICAL | 18144 mg | ||
| gelatin | GELATIN | 2G86QN327L | CAPSULE, COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL | NA | ||
| D&C Yellow No. 10 | D&C YELLOW NO. 10 | 35SW5USQ3G | LOTION / TOPICAL | NA | ||
| FD&C Red No. 40 | FD&C RED NO. 40 | WZB9127XOA | TABLET / BUCCAL | 0.01 mg | ||
| glycerin | GLYCERIN | PDC6A3C0OX | TABLET / PERIODONTAL | 0.53 mg | ||
| FD&C Blue No. 1 | FD&C BLUE NO. 1 | H3R47K3TBD | SOLUTION / RECTAL | 0.01 %w/v | ||
| glycerin | GLYCERIN | PDC6A3C0OX | AEROSOL, FOAM / TOPICAL | 21 mg | ||
| FD&C Blue No. 1 | FD&C BLUE NO. 1 | H3R47K3TBD | POWDER, FOR SUSPENSION / ORAL | 1 mg/5ml | ||
| D&C Yellow No. 10 | D&C YELLOW NO. 10 | 35SW5USQ3G | GEL / TOPICAL | NA | ||
| FD&C Blue No. 1 | FD&C BLUE NO. 1 | H3R47K3TBD | SOAP / TOPICAL | 0.01 %w/w | ||
| D&C Yellow No. 10 | D&C YELLOW NO. 10 | 35SW5USQ3G | SOLUTION / ORAL | 8 mg | ||
| FD&C Red No. 40 | FD&C RED NO. 40 | WZB9127XOA | SHAMPOO / TOPICAL | 2 mg | ||
| glycerin | GLYCERIN | PDC6A3C0OX | INJECTION, SOLUTION / INTRAMUSCULAR | 15 %w/v | ||
| gelatin | GELATIN | 2G86QN327L | INJECTION / INTRAMUSCULAR | 16 %w/v | ||
| FD&C Blue No. 1 | FD&C BLUE NO. 1 | H3R47K3TBD | LIQUID / ORAL | NA | ||
| propylene glycol | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | 6DC9Q167V3 | PASTE / DENTAL | 0.5 %w/w | ||
| FD&C Blue No. 1 | FD&C BLUE NO. 1 | H3R47K3TBD | TABLET, SUGAR COATED / ORAL | NA | ||
| propylene glycol | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | 6DC9Q167V3 | CREAM, AUGMENTED / TOPICAL | 8 %w/w | ||
| D&C Yellow No. 10 | D&C YELLOW NO. 10 | 35SW5USQ3G | SUSPENSION, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL | 1 mg | ||
| FD&C Red No. 40 | FD&C RED NO. 40 | WZB9127XOA | CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS / ORAL | NA |
openFDA label cross-check#
OpenFDA label data provides additional search and identifier links. DailyMed’s Structured Product Label is the canonical label on FDA.report. Matching records are deduplicated before they are shown below.
| Brand | Generic | Manufacturer | SPL set ID | Effective date | Available safety fields | Join |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ef2d048b-30da-506c-e053-2995a90a163f | 182ae938-9f85-4333-b173-2dc099dc8614 | 2022-12-06 | Warnings | 182ae938-9f85-4333-b173-2dc099dc8614 |
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