Coricidin ® HBP Maximum Strength Cold, Flu & Chest Congestion Liquid Gels
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Drug Facts
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
| Acetaminophen 325 mg | Pain reliever/ fever reducer |
| Guaifenesin 200 mg | Expectorant |
Uses
- temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu: minor aches and painsheadachesore throathelps loosen phlegm(mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive
- 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 have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients ● in children under 12 years of age
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor before use if you have ● liver disease ● persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema ● cough that is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus)
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
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. 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 of age: do not use
Other information
● store at 15º-25ºC (59º-77ºF)
Inactive ingredients
FD&C yellow # 6, gelatin, glycerin, iron oxide black, lecithin, medium-chain triglycerides, mica, polyethylene glycol, potassium aluminum silicate, povidone, propylene glycol,purified water, shellac, sodium hydroxide, sorbitol sorbitan solution,titanium dioxide
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