ProductVicks Sinex Severe PAIN, MUCUS and CHEST CONGESTION
Active ingredientACETAMINOPHEN, GUAIFENESIN
Label structure18 sections
Indications and uses
temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: minor aches and pains headache fever sore throat helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive.
Dosage and administration
take only as directed do not exceed 8 LiquiCaps 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
helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive.
Warnings
WARNINGS SECTION
Liver warning:
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This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
more than 8 LiquiCaps in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
with other drugs containing acetaminophen
3 or more alcoholic drinks daily while using this product
Allergy Alert:
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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:
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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
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with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
liver disease
cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
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taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
redness or swelling is present
new symptoms occur
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.
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.
OVERDOSAGE SECTION
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
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
take only as directed
do not exceed 8 LiquiCaps 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
Other information
STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION
do not exceed 25ºC
Inactive ingredients
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
D&C Red No.33, gelatin, glycerin, mannitol, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, shellac, simethicone, sorbitol, sorbitan, titanium dioxide, water
Questions?
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1-800-873-8276
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TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF BLISTER IS OPENED OR TORN. IF DIFFICULT TO OPEN, USE SCISSORS.
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