CHERATUSSIN DAC- codeine phosphate and guaifenesin and pseudophedrine liquid
Par Pharmaceutical
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
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Active ingredients (in each 5 mL = 1 tsp)
Codeine phosphate, USP 10 mg
Guaifenesin, USP 100 mg
Pseudoephedrine HCl, USP 30 mg
Purpose
Cough suppressant
Expectorant
Nasal decongestant
Uses
- temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold
- temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to the common cold
- temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive
- calms the cough control center and relieves coughing
Do not use
- in a child under 2 years of age
- 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.
- if you or your child has a chronic pulmonary disease or shortness of breath
- if your child is taking other drugs, unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- thyroid disease
- diabetes
- trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland
- cough that occurs with excessive phlegm (mucus)
- cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
When using this product
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do not use more than directed
- constipation may occur or be aggravated
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you get nervous, dizzy, or have trouble sleeping
- cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. 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.
Directions
- take every 4 hours
- do not take more than 4 doses in any 24-hour period
adults and children 12 years and over
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take 10 mL (2 tsp)
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children 6 years to under 12 years
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take 5 mL (1 tsp)
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children 2 years to under 6 years
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consult a doctor
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children under 2 years
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do not use
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Attention: A special measuring device should be used to give an accurate dose of this product to children under 6 years of age. Giving a higher dose than recommended by a doctor could result in serious side effects for your child.
Other information
store at 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)
You may report serious side effects to: 130 Vintage Drive, Huntsville, AL 35811.
Inactive ingredients
alcohol, caramel, FD&C red #40, flavor, glycerin, menthol racemic, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution
Made in the USA
for Qualitest Pharmaceuticals
Huntsville, AL 35811
Rev. 1/15 R9 8061410 1078