Label: MAXIMUM STRENGTH MUCUS RELIEF- acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hbr, guaifenesin, phenylephrine hcl liquid
- NDC Code(s): 83324-143-06
- Packager: Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc.
- Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
- DEA Schedule: None
Drug Label Information
Updated February 13, 2025
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- ACTIVE INGREDIENTS (in each 20 mL)
- PURPOSE
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USE(S)
temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms:
- sore throat
- nasal congestion
- minor aches and pains
- headache
- cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
- sinus congestion and pressure
- temporarily reduces fever
- temporarily promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes and make coughs more productive
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WARNINGS
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen.
Severe liver damage may occur if you take:- more than 6 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum
daily amount - 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.
- more than 6 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum
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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.
- for children under 12 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.
- ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
- ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF
- WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
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STOP USE AND ASK DOCTOR IF
- nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur
- pain, nasal congestion 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, fever or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- IF PREGNANT OR BREAST FEEDING
- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
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DIRECTIONS
- do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning)
- do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period
- measure only with dosing cup provided
- do not use dosing cup with other products
- dose as follows or as directed by a doctor
- Adults and children 12 years and older: 20 mL in dosing cup provided every 4 hours.
- Children under 12 years of age: Do not use.
- OTHER INFORMATION
- INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
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PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
NDC 83324-143-06
QC® QUALITY CHOICE
*Compare to the Active Ingredients in Maximum Strength Mucinex® Fax Max™ Cold, Flu & Sore Throat
Maximum Strength Mucus Relief
Cold, Flu & Sore Throat
Acetaminophen
Pain Reliever & Fever Reducer
Dextromethorphan HBr
Cough Suppressant
GuaifenesinExpectorant
Phenylephrine HCINasal Decongestant
For Ages 12+
6 FL OZ (177 mL)


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INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
MAXIMUM STRENGTH MUCUS RELIEF
acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hbr, guaifenesin, phenylephrine hcl liquidProduct Information Product Type HUMAN OTC DRUG Item Code (Source) NDC:83324-143 Route of Administration ORAL Active Ingredient/Active Moiety Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE (UNII: 9D2RTI9KYH) (DEXTROMETHORPHAN - UNII:7355X3ROTS) DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 20 mg in 20 mL GUAIFENESIN (UNII: 495W7451VQ) (GUAIFENESIN - UNII:495W7451VQ) GUAIFENESIN 400 mg in 20 mL PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE (UNII: 04JA59TNSJ) (PHENYLEPHRINE - UNII:1WS297W6MV) PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE 10 mg in 20 mL ACETAMINOPHEN (UNII: 362O9ITL9D) (ACETAMINOPHEN - UNII:362O9ITL9D) ACETAMINOPHEN 650 mg in 20 mL Inactive Ingredients Ingredient Name Strength ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID (UNII: XF417D3PSL) EDETATE DISODIUM (UNII: 7FLD91C86K) FD&C BLUE NO. 1 (UNII: H3R47K3TBD) FD&C RED NO. 40 (UNII: WZB9127XOA) GLYCERIN (UNII: PDC6A3C0OX) PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3) PROPYL GALLATE (UNII: 8D4SNN7V92) WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R) SODIUM BENZOATE (UNII: OJ245FE5EU) SODIUM CITRATE, UNSPECIFIED FORM (UNII: 1Q73Q2JULR) SORBITOL (UNII: 506T60A25R) SUCRALOSE (UNII: 96K6UQ3ZD4) XANTHAN GUM (UNII: TTV12P4NEE) Product Characteristics Color BLUE Score Shape Size Flavor BERRY (mixed berry) Imprint Code Contains Packaging # Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date 1 NDC:83324-143-06 177 mL in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product 02/13/2025 Marketing Information Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date OTC Monograph Drug M012 02/13/2025 Labeler - Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc. (011920774) Establishment Name Address ID/FEI Business Operations Guardian Drug Company 119210276 MANUFACTURE(83324-143)
