Walgreens Wal-Flu Cold and Sore Throat Lemon Flavor
OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Active Ingredients (in each packet) Purpose
Acetaminophen 325 mg...................................Pain reliever/Fever reducer
Pheniramine maleate 20 mg................................................Antihistamine
Phenylephrine hydrochloride 10 mg.............................Nasal decongestant.
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
Uses
- temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold: - minor aches and pains - headache - minor sore throat pain - 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 SECTION
Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take - more than 6 packets 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.
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 physician promptly.
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
Do not use:
- In a child under 4 years of age.
- If you are allergic to acetaminophen.
- with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription and 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 - heart disease - high blood pressure - thyroid disease - diabetes - glaucoma - trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland - cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) - cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema
- a sodium-restricted diet.
OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking - sedatives or tranquilizers
- the blood thinning drug warfarin.
INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION
When using this product - do not exceed recommended dosage - avoid alcoholic drinks - may cause drowsiness - alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness - be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery - excitability may occur, especially in children.
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
Stop use and ask a doctor if - nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur - 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
These could be signs of a serious condition.
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health care professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children.
OVERDOSAGE SECTION
Overdose Warning:
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Directions - do not use more than directed - take every 4 hours; not to exceed 6 packets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor
- dissolve contents of one packet in 8 oz. hot water; sip while hot. Consume entire drink within 10-15 minutes. - If using a microwave, add contents of one packet to 8 oz. of cool water; stir briskly before and after heating. Do not overheat.
| Age | Dose |
| children under 4 years of age | do not use |
| children 4 to under 12 years of age | do not use unless directed by a doctor |
| adults and children 12 years of age and over | one packet |
INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS SECTION
Other Information - each packet contains: sodium 66 mg - store at controlled room temperature 20-25C (68-77F). Protect from heat and moisture.
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Citric acid, D and C Yellow 10, Ethylcellulose, FD and C Red 40, Flavor, Microcrystalline cellulose, Povidone, Silicon dioxide, Sodium citrate, Starch, Sugar and Vitamin C.