Best Choice Effervescent Cold Relief Tablets

Manufacturer
Valu Merchandiser Company
Effective date
2018-09-27
Label type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version
1
Source
full-release
Hydrated at
2026-05-31 22:56:55

Label at a glance#

ProductBest Choice Effervescent Cold Relief
Active ingredientASPIRIN, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE
Label structure17 sections

Indications and uses

temporarily relieves these symptoms of the common cold: ■ fever ■ sneezing ■ nasal congestion ■ sore throat ■ headache ■ minor aches and pains ■ runny nose ■ sinus congestion and pressure

Dosage and administration

■ do not use more than directed (see overdose warning) ■ adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets completely dissolved in 4 ounces of water every 4-6 hours ■ do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours ■ children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

Active ingredients

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*

Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg

Phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 mg

*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purpose

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*..........................Pain reliever/fever reducer

Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg...............Antihistamine

Phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 mg................Nasal decongestant

*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Uses

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

temporarily relieves these symptoms of the common cold:

■ fever ■ sneezing ■ nasal congestion

■ sore throat ■ headache

■ minor aches and pains ■ runny nose

■ sinus congestion and pressure

Warnings

WARNINGS SECTION

Reye’s syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness.

Allergy alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: ■ hives ■ facial swelling ■ asthma (wheezing) ■ shock

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you

■ are age 60 or older ■ have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems ■ take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug ■ take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) ■ have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product ■ take more or for a longer time than directed

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

OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION

■ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer

■ if you are allergic to aspirin

■ 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

OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION

■ stomach bleeding warning applies to you ■ you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn ■ you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease ■ you are taking a diuretic. ■ you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. You have ■ glaucoma ■ diabetes ■ thyroid disease ■ trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland ■ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis ■ been placed on a sodium-restricted diet

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION

■ presently taking a prescription drug

■ taking a prescription drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood), diabetes, gout or arthritis

When using this product

OTC - WHEN USING SECTION

do not take more than 8 tablets (adults and children 12 years and over) in a 24-hour period or as directed by doctor.

■ do not use more than directed

■ you may get drowsy

■ avoid alcoholic drinks

■ excitability may occur, especially in children

■ alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness

■ be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery

Stop use and ask a doctor if

OTC - STOP USE SECTION

■ you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding ■ feel faint ■ vomit blood ■ have bloody or black stools ■ have stomach pain that does not get better ■ an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.

■ pain or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days ■ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days

■ new symptoms occur ■ redness or swelling is present ■ ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs ■ nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occurs

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION

ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.

Keep out of reach of children

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose,

OVERDOSAGE SECTION

get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

■ do not use more than directed (see overdose warning)

■ adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets completely dissolved in 4 ounces of water every 4-6 hours

■ do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours

■ children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Other information

OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION

each tablet contains:
sodium 464 mg

■ phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 9 mg per tablet

■ store at room temperature (59°-86°F)

Inactive Ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

acesulfame potassium, aspartame, citric acid, docusate sodium, flavors, mannitol, povidone, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate

Questions and comments?

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

1-888-228-6937

Package Label.Principle Display Panel

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Best Choice Cold 20ctBest Choice Cold 20ct

DailyMed RxNorm Mappings#

RxCUI, RxNorm string, TTY table
RxCUIRxNorm stringTTYSPL version
1536840aspirin 325 MG / chlorpheniramine maleate 2 MG / phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 MG Effervescent Oral TabletPSN1
1536840aspirin 325 MG / chlorpheniramine maleate 2 MG / phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 MG Effervescent Oral TabletSCD1
1536840ASA 325 MG / Chlorpheniramine Maleate 2 MG / Phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 MG Effervescent Oral TabletSY1

DailyMed Pharmacologic Classes#

Class, Version, Type table
ClassVersionTypeEffective
ASPIRIN Pharmacologic Class Indexing3Indexing - Pharmacologic Class20191108
CHLORPHENIRAMINE Pharmacologic Class Indexing3Indexing - Pharmacologic Class20180813
PHENYLEPHRINE Pharmacologic Class Indexing2Indexing - Pharmacologic Class20180813

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Package NDC, Product, Description table
Package NDCProductDescriptionFormQuantityStrengthSPL version
63941-873-20Best Choice Effervescent Cold Relief20 in 1 CARTONTABLET, EFFERVESCENT201
63941-873-20Best Choice Effervescent Cold Relief2 in 1 POUCHTABLET, EFFERVESCENT21

DailyMed Dashboard NDC Coverage#

NDC, Dashboard title, SPL version table
NDCDashboard titleSPL versionValidationDashboard ZIP
63941-873BEST CHOICE EFFERVESCENT COLD RELIEF (ASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE) TABLET, EFFERVESCENT [VALU MERCHANDISER COMPANY]1Current NDC, Legacy NDC, 2 package rows20180928_76df52ed-e905-4075-e053-2991aa0a2618.zip

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Product NDCPackage NDC
63941-87363941-873-20

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Brand, Generic, Manufacturer table
BrandGenericManufacturerSPL set IDEffective dateAvailable safety fieldsJoin
Best Choice Effervescent Cold ReliefASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATEValu Merchandiser Company76df52ed-e905-4075-e053-2991aa0a26182018-09-27WarningsExact identifier
ndc (package): 63941-873-20
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