VICKS

Manufacturer
The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company
Effective date
2026-10-05
Label type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version
19
Source
daily-update
Hydrated at
2026-10-07 01:02:11

Label at a glance#

ProductVicks DayQuil Severe Cold and Flu
Active ingredientPHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN
Label structure11 sections

Indications and uses

temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: nasal congestion sinus congestion & pressure cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation minor aches & pains headache fever sore throat 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 bothersom...

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

Storage and handling

store at no greater than 25ºC

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Drug Facts

Active ingredients (in each LiquiCap)

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Acetaminophen 325 mg

Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg

Guaifenesin 200 mg

Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg

Purpose

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Expectorant

Nasal decongestant

Uses

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

  • temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:
  • nasal congestion
  • sinus congestion & pressure
  • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation
  • minor aches & pains
  • headache
  • fever
  • sore throat
  • 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.

Warnings

WARNINGS SECTION

Liver warning:

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

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:

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

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

OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION

  • 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

OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION

  • 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, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION

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

OTC - STOP USE SECTION

  • you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless
  • 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 rash or headache that lasts.

These could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION

ask a health professional before use.

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

Keep out of reach of children.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED 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

  • store at no greater than 25ºC

Inactive ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

ascorbic acid, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, gelatin, glycerin, mannitol, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, shellac, simethicone, sorbitan, sorbitol, titanium dioxide, water

Questions?

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

1-800-362-1683

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TAMPER EVIDENT:
This package is safety-sealed & child resistant. Use only if blisters are intact. If difficult to open, use scissors.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Made in Canada

DIST. BY PROCTER & GAMBLE,
CINCINNATI OH 45202

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 24 LiquiCapd Carton

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

MAX

STRENGTH

VICKS®

DayQuil™

SEVERE

COLD & FLU

Acetaminophen, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine HCl, Dextromethorphan HBr

Headache, Fever, Sore Throat, Minor Aches & Pains
Chest Congestion, Thins & Loosens Mucus
Nasal Congestion, Sinus Pressure
Cough

Non-Drowsy

24 LIQUICAPS™

517517

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FDA-Initiated Inactive NDC Indexing#

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NDCEffectiveActionDocumentIndexing SPLRelated label
37000-517-082021-02-11C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-27a9-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85VICKS ® DayQuil™ Severe COLD & FLU LiquiCaps
37000-517-082021-02-11C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-27a9-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85VICKS ® DayQuil™ Severe COLD & FLU LiquiCaps
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37000-517-162021-02-11C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-27a9-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85VICKS ® DayQuil™ Severe COLD & FLU LiquiCaps
37000-517-242021-02-11C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-27a9-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85VICKS ® DayQuil™ Severe COLD & FLU LiquiCaps
37000-517-242021-02-11C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-27a9-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85VICKS ® DayQuil™ Severe COLD & FLU LiquiCaps
37000-517-082021-01-29C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-27a9-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85VICKS ® DayQuil™ Severe COLD & FLU LiquiCaps
37000-517-082021-01-29C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-27a9-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85VICKS ® DayQuil™ Severe COLD & FLU LiquiCaps
37000-517-162021-01-29C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-27a9-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85VICKS ® DayQuil™ Severe COLD & FLU LiquiCaps
37000-517-162021-01-29C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-27a9-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85VICKS ® DayQuil™ Severe COLD & FLU LiquiCaps
37000-517-242021-01-29C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-27a9-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85VICKS ® DayQuil™ Severe COLD & FLU LiquiCaps
37000-517-242021-01-29C16284748780-1ba0f9c33-27a9-a910-e053-dadaa90a0b85VICKS ® DayQuil™ Severe COLD & FLU LiquiCaps

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37000-51737000-517-24, 37000-517-16, 37000-517-08, 37000-517-02

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