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Mucinex FAST-MAX SEVERE COLD



Drug Facts


Active Ingredients (in each softgel)

Acetaminophen 325 mg 

Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg

Guaifenesin 200 mg

Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg


Purposes

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Expectorant

Nasal decongestant


Uses

  • temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:
  • nasal congestion
  • headache
  • cough
  • minor aches and pains
  • sore throat
  • temperarily reduces fever
  • promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
  • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive

Warnings

Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take:

Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:

If a skin 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.

  • more than12 liquid gels 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

  • 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

  • liver disease
  • heart disease
  • diabetes
  • high blood pressure
  • thyroid disease
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin


When using this product, do not use more than directed


Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
  • pain, nasal congestion, 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, ask a health professional before use.


Keep out of reach of children.


Overdose warning:

Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) 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 for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.


Directions

  • Do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning)
  • do not exceed more than 12 liquid gels in any 24-hour period
  • adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 2 liquid gels every 4 hours
  • children under 12 years of age: do not use

Other information

  • store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)  
  • avoid excessive heat

Inactive ingredients

FD&C yellow no. 6, gelatin, glycerin, lecithin (soy), mineral oil,  polyethylene glycol,  povidone, propylene glycol, sorbitol, titanium dioxide, water


Questions?

1-866-MUCINEX (1-866-682-4639)