ProductScot-Tussin Original Multi-Symptom Cold and Allergy Relief
Active ingredientACETAMINOPHEN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, PHENIRAMINE MALEATE
Label structure12 sections
Indications and uses
temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold: minor aches and pains. headaches. minor sore throat. nasal congestion. temporarily reduces fever. temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: runny nose. sneezing. itchy nose and throat. itchy, watery eyes.
Dosage and administration
do not use more than directed – see Liver warning. follow Dosage Chart. do not take more than 4 doses in any 24 hour period. this product is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age. age dose Adults and children over 12 years old 2 teaspoons (2 tsp. 10 mL) every 6 hours Children under 12 years old DO NOT USE each teaspoon (5 mL) contains: Potassium 17.5 mg. store at 20°- 25° C (68°-77°F). do ...
temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold:
minor aches and pains.
headaches.
minor sore throat.
nasal congestion.
temporarily reduces fever.
temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
runny nose.
sneezing.
itchy nose and throat.
itchy, watery eyes.
Warnings
WARNINGS SECTION
DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT TO SEDATE CHILDREN
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take:
more than 4 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount.
with other drugs containing acetaminophen.
3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product.
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.
glaucoma.
a breathing problem such as emphysema, asthma or chronic bronchitis.
trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
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taking sedatives or tranquilizers.
taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.
When using this product
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
do not use more than directed.
avoid alcoholic drinks.
drowsiness may occur.
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
you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless.
pain 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.
sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting.
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
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Do Not Use.
Keep out of reach of children.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 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 children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
do not use more than directed – see Liver warning.
follow Dosage Chart.
do not take more than 4 doses in any 24 hour period.
this product is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age.
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