Nighttime Cold and Flu
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Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each softgel)
Acetaminophen 325 mg Dextromethorphan HBr 15 mg Doxylamine succinate 6.25 mg
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer Cough suppressant Antihistamine
Uses
temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation • sore throat • headache• minor aches & pains• fever• runny nose & sneezing
Warnings
Liver warning:This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take • more than 8 Softgels in 24 hrs, which is the maximum daily amount for this product • with other drugs containing acetaminophen • 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily while using this product Allergy Alert:Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: • skin reddening • blisters • Rash 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.
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.
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor before use if you have • liver disease •glaucoma •cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) • a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema •trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland
OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are • taking sedatives or tranquilizers • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
When using this product • do not use more than directed n excitability may occur, especially in children • marked drowsiness may occur • avoid alcoholic drinks • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery • alcohol, sedatives, & tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
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 • 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.In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults & for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
• take only as directed • do not exceed 8 softgels per 24 hrs • adults & children 12 yrs & over 2 Softgels with water every 6 hrs • children 4 to under 12 yrs ask a doctor • children under 4 yrs do not use
Other information
• store between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat. Protect from light.
Inactive ingredients
butylated hydroxyanisole, FD&C Blue No. 1, gelatin, glycerin, methyl paraben, polyethylene glycol-400, propylene glycol, propyl Paraben, povidone, purified water, sorbitol
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Distributed by: Shield Pharmaceuticals Corp. Hauppauge, NY 11788