Label: TOPCARE NITE TIME COLD AND FLU- acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hbr, doxylamine succinate liquid

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: OTC monograph final

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Updated May 29, 2009

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  • Active ingredient (in each 15 mL tablespoon)

    Acetaminophen 500 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 and bronchial irritation
    • sore throat
    • headache
    • minor aches and pains
    • fever
    • runny nose and sneezing
  • Warnings

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

    • more than 4 doses 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

    Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, persists for more than two 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 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.
    • to make a child sleepy

    Ask a doctor before use if you have

    • liver disease
    • glaucoma
    • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
    • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
    • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
    • persistent or chronic cough as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema
    • a sodium-restricted diet

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

    • taking sedatives or tranquilizers
    • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin

    When using this product

    • 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 and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness

    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.

    If pregnant or breast-feeding,

    ask a health professional before use.

    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

    • take only as recommended – see Liver warning
    • use dose cup
    • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hours
    adults and children 12 years and over30 mL (2 TBSP) every 6 hours
    children 4 to under 12 yearsask a doctor
    children under 4 yearsdo not use
    • when using other Daytime or Nighttime products, carefully read each label to insure correct dosing
  • Other information

    • each TBSP contains: sodium 18 mg
    • store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
  • Inactive ingredients

    alcohol, anhydrous citric acid, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C green no. 3, FD&C yellow no. 6, flavor, high fructose corn syrup, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium citrate

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    Cold & Flu

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    Pain Reliever, Fever Reducer - Acetaminophen

    Cough Suppressant/Dextromethorphan HBr

    Antihistamine/Doxylamine Succinate

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    TOPCARE NITE TIME  COLD AND FLU
    acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hbr, doxylamine succinate liquid
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:36800-908
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    ACETAMINOPHEN (UNII: 362O9ITL9D) (ACETAMINOPHEN - UNII:362O9ITL9D) ACETAMINOPHEN500 mg  in 15 mL
    DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE (UNII: 9D2RTI9KYH) (DEXTROMETHORPHAN - UNII:7355X3ROTS) DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE15 mg  in 15 mL
    DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE (UNII: V9BI9B5YI2) (DOXYLAMINE - UNII:95QB77JKPL) DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE6.25 mg  in 15 mL
    Product Characteristics
    ColorGREEN (Bright) Score    
    ShapeSize
    FlavorImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:36800-908-30177 mL in 1 BOTTLE
    2NDC:36800-908-38296 mL in 1 BOTTLE
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC monograph finalpart34107/19/2006
    Labeler - Topco Associates LLC (006935977)