Uses · helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive · temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu: · nasal congestion · sinus congestion and pressure · minor aches and pains · headache · cough · sore throat · temporarily reduces fever
Directions · do not take more than the recommended dose · adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 capsules with water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 10 capsules in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor. · children under 12 years: do not use
Drug Facts
Active ingredients (in each capsule) Purposes
Acetaminophen 325 mg…………….………….Pain reliever/fever reducer
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg……………..Cough suppressant
Guaifenesin 200 mg……………………………………………..Expectorant
Phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg…………………...Nasal decongestant
Uses
· helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid
the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs
more productive
· temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu:
· nasal congestion · sinus congestion and pressure
· minor aches and pains · headache
· cough · sore throat
· temporarily reduces fever
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
● 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
● liver disease ● heart disease ● high blood pressure
● thyroid disease ● diabetes
● difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
● persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma,
chronic bronchitis or emphysema
● cough with excessive phlegm (mucus)
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage
Stop use and ask a doctor if
· pain, cough, or nasal congestion 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 fever, rash or headache that lasts.
These could be signs of a serious condition.
· nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
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
· do not take more than the recommended dose
· adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 capsules with water
every 4 hours. Do not exceed 10 capsules in 24 hours or as
directed by a doctor.
· children under 12 years: do not use
Other information
· store at 15° - 25°C (59° - 77°F)
Inactive ingredientsFD&C red #40, gelatin, glycerin, lecithin, medium chain triglycerides, polyethylene glycol, potassium aluminum silicate, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, shellac, sodium hydroxide, sorbitol-sorbitan solution, titanium dioxide
Questions or comments?1-800-986-0369 (Mon-Fri 9AM - 5PM EST)
| RxCUI | RxNorm string | TTY | SPL version |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1656815 | acetaminophen 325 MG / dextromethorphan HBr 10 MG / guaiFENesin 200 MG / phenylephrine HCl 5 MG Oral Capsule | PSN | 5 |
| 1656815 | acetaminophen 325 MG / dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 MG / guaifenesin 200 MG / phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 MG Oral Capsule | SCD | 5 |
| 1656815 | APAP 325 MG / Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 MG / Guaifenesin 200 MG / Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 5 MG Oral Capsule | SY | 5 |
| Class | Version | Type | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEXTROMETHORPHAN Pharmacologic Class Indexing | 2 | Indexing - Pharmacologic Class | 20180813 |
| GUAIFENESIN Pharmacologic Class Indexing | 1 | Indexing - Pharmacologic Class | 20211129 |
| PHENYLEPHRINE Pharmacologic Class Indexing | 2 | Indexing - Pharmacologic Class | 20180813 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Package NDC | Product | Description | Form | Quantity | Strength | SPL version |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0280-0061-01 | Alka-Seltzer Plus Maximum Strength Cough, Mucus and Congestion Powermax | 2 in 1 CARTON | CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED | 2 | 5 | |
| 0280-0061-01 | Alka-Seltzer Plus Maximum Strength Cough, Mucus and Congestion Powermax | 8 in 1 BLISTER PACK | CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED | 8 | 5 | |
| 0280-0061-02 | Alka-Seltzer Plus Maximum Strength Cough, Mucus and Congestion Powermax | 2 in 1 CARTON | CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED | 2 | 5 | |
| 0280-0061-02 | Alka-Seltzer Plus Maximum Strength Cough, Mucus and Congestion Powermax | 12 in 1 BLISTER PACK | CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED | 12 | 5 |
Every source-derived product name is available through these pages.
| Product NDC | Package NDC |
|---|---|
| 0280-0061 | 0280-0061-01, 0280-0061-02 |
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| Brand | Generic | Manufacturer | SPL set ID | Effective date | Available safety fields | Join |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alka-Seltzer Plus Maximum Strength Cough, Mucus and Congestion Powermax | ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE | Bayer HealthCare LLC. | a6a2dd4a-a3c8-2dfa-e053-2995a90ada86 | 2025-12-04 | Warnings | 0280-0061-01 0280-0061-02 0280-0061 00280006101 00280006102 45262b77-58b2-6e5f-e063-6394a90a443c a6a2dd4a-a3c8-2dfa-e053-2995a90ada86 |
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