ProductCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Cold and Flu Day and Night
Active ingredientDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, ACETAMINOPHEN, DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE
Label structure18 sections
Indications and uses
Uses · temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu: · minor aches and pains · headache · cough · sore throat · helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make cough more productive · temporarily reduces fever
Dosage and administration
Directions · do not take more than the recommended dose · do not take the Day and Night products at the same time; wait 4 hours after taking the last Night dose before taking the Day product. · adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 capsules with water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 6 capsules in 12 hours or as directed by a doctor. · children under 12 years of age: do not use
· temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu:
· minor aches and pains · headache · cough
· sore throat
· helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid
the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make
cough more productive
· temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
WARNINGS SECTION
Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
· more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours
· with other drugs containing acetaminophen
· 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin or severe
allergic reactions. Symptoms may include:
· skin reddening · blisters · rash · hives
· facial swelling · asthma (wheezing) · shock
If a skin or general allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
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
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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.
● if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its
ingredients
● in children under 12 years of age
Aska a doctor
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Ask a doctor before use if you have
● liver disease
● persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma,
or emphysema
● cough with excessive phlegm (mucus)
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
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Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
Stop use
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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.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
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
Directions
· do not take more than the recommended dose
· do not take the Day and Night products at the same time; wait 4
hours after taking the last Night dose before taking the Day product.
· adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 capsules with water
every 4 hours. Do not exceed 6 capsules in 12 hours or as
· temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu:
· minor aches and pains · headache · cough
· sore throat · runny nose · sneezing
· temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
WARNINGS SECTION
Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
· more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours
· with other drugs containing acetaminophen
· 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin or severe
allergic reactions. Symptoms may include:
· skin reddening · blisters · rash · hives
· facial swelling · asthma (wheezing) · shock
If a skin or general allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
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 to sedate children
Do not use
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
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.
● if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its
ingredients
● in children under 12 years of age
Ask a doctor before use if you have
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor before use if you have
● liver disease ● glaucoma
● persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma,
or emphysema
● cough with excessive phlegm (mucus)
● a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
● difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
● taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
● taking sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
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When using this product
● may cause marked drowsiness
● avoid alcoholic beverages
● alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
● be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
● excitability may occur, especially in children
Stop use and ask a doctor if
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
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
If pregnant or breast-feeding
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
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
Directions
· do not take more than the recommended dose
· do not take the Day and Night products at the same time; wait 4
hours after taking the last Day dose before taking the Night product.
· adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 capsules with water
every 4 hours. Do not exceed 4 capsules in 12 hours or as
directed by a doctor.
· children under 12 years of age: do not use
Other information
OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION
Other information
· store at 15º-25ºC (59º-77ºF)
Questions or Comments
OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION
Questions or comments?1-800-317-2165 (Mon-Fri 9AM -5PM EST)
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