DayQuil and Nyquil Severe plus Vicks VapoCool

Manufacturer
The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company
Effective date
2023-01-04
Label type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version
7
Source
legacy-cache
Hydrated at
2026-08-01 21:41:56

Label at a glance#

ProductDayQuil and Nyquil Severe plus Vicks VapoCool Cold and Flu
Active ingredientACETAMINOPHEN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE
Label structure18 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 caplets per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over 2 caplets with water every 4 hrs children 4 to under 12 yrs ask a doctor children under 4 yrs do not use

Storage and handling

each caplet contains: sodium 4 mg do not exceed 25°C

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

DayQuil™ SEVERE + VICKS® VapoCOOL™ COLD & FLU

NyQuil™ SEVERE + VICKS® VapoCOOL™ COLD & FLU

Combo

Active ingredients 9in each caplet)

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

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This product contains acetaminophen.

Severe liver damage may occur if you take

  • more than 8 caplets in 24 hours, 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

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

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

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

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.

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. 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 caplets per 24 hrs

adults & children 12 yrs & over 2 caplets 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

each caplet contains:

  • sodium 4 mg
  • do not exceed 25°C

Inactive ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

croscarmellose sodium, crospovidone, FD&C Yellow No. 6 Aluminum Lake, flavor, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, silicon dioxide, stearic acid, sucralose, talc, titanium dioxide

Questions?

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

1-800-362-1683

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NyQuil™ SEVERE + Vicks® VapoCool™ Cold & Flu

Active ingredients (in each caplet)

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Acetaminophen 325 mg
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg
Doxylamine succinate 6.25 mg
Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg

Purpose

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Pain reliever/Fever reducer
Cough suppressant
Antihistamine
Nasal decongestant

Uses

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

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

Warnings

WARNINGS SECTION

Liver warning

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This product contains acetaminophen.

Severe liver damage may occur if you take

  • more than 8 caplets in 24 hours, 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

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

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.
  • to make a child sleep

Ask a doctor before use if you have

OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION

  • liver disease
  • heart disease
  • high blood pressure
  • thyroid disease
  • diabetes
  • 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

OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION

  • taking sedatives or tranquilizers
  • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin

When using this product

OTC - WHEN USING SECTION

  • 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

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.

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. 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 caplets per 24 hrs

adults & children 12 yrs & over 2 caplets 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 25°C

Inactive ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

crospovidone, D&C Yellow No. 10 Aluminum Lake, FD&C Blue No. 1 Aluminum Lake, FD&C Blue No. 2 Aluminum Lake, FD&C Yellow No. 6 Aluminum Lake, flavor, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, silicon dioxide, stearic acid, sucralose, talc, titanium dioxide

Questions?

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

1-800-362-1683

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DIST. BY PROCTER & GAMBLE,
CINCINNATI, OH 45202.

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - Kit Carton

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

DayQuil™ SEVERE + VICKS® VapoCOOL™

COLD & FLU

Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine HCl,

Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin

Minor Aches & Pains, Fever
Nasal Congestion, Sinus Pressure
Cough
Chest Congestion

Non-Drowsy

16 DAYQUIL COATED CAPLETS

NyQuil™ SEVERE + VICKS® VapoCOOL™

COLD & FLU

Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine HCl,

Doxylamine Succinate, Dextromethorphan HBr

Minor Aches & Pains, Fever
Nasal Congestion, Sinus Pressure
Sneezing, Runny Nose
Cough

Nighttime Relief

8 NYQUIL COATED CAPLETS

24 TOTAL COATED CAPLETS

2424

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NDC Codes#

Product NDC, Package NDC table
Product NDCPackage NDC
37000-53437000-534-24
37000-524
37000-523

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Brand, Generic, Manufacturer table
BrandGenericManufacturerSPL set IDEffective dateAvailable safety fieldsJoin
NyQuil Severe plus Vicks VapoCool Cold and FluACETAMINOPHEN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE, AND DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDEThe Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company724d0889-5ba5-3125-e053-2a91aa0a92c12025-10-01WarningsExact identifier
ndc (product): 37000-523
DayQuil Severe plus Vicks VapoCool Cold and FluACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDEThe Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company724f2833-34bd-6a9e-e053-2991aa0a073d2025-10-01WarningsExact identifier
ndc (product): 37000-524
0c6b8786-19ee-7a09-e063-6294a90a61d772ca6413-4034-1626-e053-2991aa0a73ae2023-12-13WarningsExact identifier
spl set id: 72ca6413-4034-1626-e053-2991aa0a73ae

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