Coricidin HBP Max Strength Multi-symptom Flu (tablet) new product name Perrigo Old name Coricidin HBP Max Strength (tablet)

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Coricidin HBP

Maximum Strength Multi-Symptom Flu

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Drug Facts

Active Ingredient

Active ingredients (in each tablet) Purposes

Acetaminophen 325 mg………………….………….Pain reliever/fever reducer

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

Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg…………………..Cough suppressant

Uses

Uses

• temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu:
• minor aches and pains
• headache
• cough
• runny nose
• sneezing
• sore throat
• temporarily reduces fever

Warnings

Liver warning

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

Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin or severe

allergic reactions. Symptoms may include:

If a skin or general allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

• skin reddening
• blisters
• rash
• hives
• facial swelling
• asthma (wheezing)
• shock

Sore throat warning

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.

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

OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION

Ask a doctor before use if you have

• liver disease
• trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
• cough that occurs with excessive phlegm (mucus)
• a breathing problem or persistent or chronic cough as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema

OTC - WHEN USING SECTION

When using this product

• excitability may occur, especially in children
• marked drowsiness may occur
• avoid alcoholic beverages
• alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
• use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery

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

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.

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. Abuse of this product can lead to serious injury.

Overdose warning

Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose may cause liver damage. 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.

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

Directions

do not use more than directed (see overdose warning)

adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets every 4 hours, while symptoms persist. Do not take more than 10 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor.

children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor

OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION

Other information

store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Inactive ingredients FD&C red #40 aluminum lake, lecithin, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

Questions or comments? 1-800-317-2165 (Mon-Fri 9AM - 5PM EST)

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Coricidin®

HBP COLD RELIEF FOR PEOPLE WITH

HIGH BLOOD PRESSUREƗ

MAXIMUM STRENGTH

MULTI-SYMPTOM

FLU

Relieves

ƗDecongestant Free

24 tablets

Acetaminophen - Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer

Chlorpheniramine Maleate - Antihistamine

Dextromethorphan HBr - Cough Supressant

LEARN MORE

American Heart Association

Information Enclosed

• Body Aches & Pains
• Headache
• Fever
• Cough
• Runny Nose & Sneezing
• Sore Throat