Label: MAXIMUM STRENGTH COLD FLU AND SORE THROAT- acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hbr, guaifenesin, phenylephrine hcl solution
- NDC Code(s): 30142-731-06
- Packager: KROGER COMPANY
- Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
- DEA Schedule: None
Drug Label Information
Updated September 2, 2026
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- Active ingredients (in each 20 mL)
- Purposes
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Uses
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- temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms:
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- cough
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- nasal congestion
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- minor aches and pain
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- sore throat
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- headache
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- stuffy nose
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- sinus congestion and pressure
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- temporarily reduces fever
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- temporarily promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
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- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
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Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take:
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- more than 6 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
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- with other drugs containing acetaminophen
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- 3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday while using this product
Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:
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- skin reddening
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- blisters
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- 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.
Do not use
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- with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
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- 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
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- liver disease
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- heart disease
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- high blood pressure
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- thyroid disease
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- diabetes
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- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
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- persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema
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- cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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- nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur
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- pain, nasal congestion or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
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- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
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- redness or swelling is present
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- new symptoms occur
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- cough comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or headache that lasts.
These could be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
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Directions
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- do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning)
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- do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period
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- measure only with dosing cup provided.
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- do not use dosing cup with other products
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- dose as follows or as directed by a doctor
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- mL = milliliter
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- adults and children 12 years of age and older: 20 mL in dosing cup provided every 4 hours
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- children under 12 years of age: Do not use
- Other information
- Inactive ingredients
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Compare to Maximum Strength‡ Mucinex® Fast-Max® Cold, Flu & Sore Throat* Active Ingredients
NDC# 30142-731-06
Maximum Strength‡
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Mucus relief
Cold, Flu & Sore Throat
Acetaminophen - Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer
Dextromethorphan HBr - Cough Suppressant
Guaifenesin - Expectorant
Phenylephrine HCl - Nasal Decongestant
RELIVES
Headache, Fever & Sore Throat
Nasal & Chest Congestion
Controls Cough
Thins & Loosen Mucus
For Ages 12+
6 FL OZ (180 mL)
Tamper evident: Do not use if printed seal under cap is broken or missing.
‡Per 4-hour dose.
AGES 12+ YEARS
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*This product is not manufactured or distributed by Reckitt Benckiser, the distributer of Maximum Strength Mucinex® Fast-Max™ Cold, Flu & Sore Throat.
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MAXIMUM STRENGTH COLD FLU AND SORE THROAT
acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hbr, guaifenesin, phenylephrine hcl solutionProduct Information Product Type HUMAN OTC DRUG Item Code (Source) NDC:30142-731 Route of Administration ORAL Active Ingredient/Active Moiety Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength ACETAMINOPHEN (UNII: 362O9ITL9D) (ACETAMINOPHEN - UNII:362O9ITL9D) ACETAMINOPHEN 650 mg in 20 mL 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 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) POTASSIUM CITRATE (UNII: EE90ONI6FF) PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3) PROPYL GALLATE (UNII: 8D4SNN7V92) WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R) SODIUM BENZOATE (UNII: OJ245FE5EU) SORBITOL (UNII: 506T60A25R) SUCRALOSE (UNII: 96K6UQ3ZD4) XANTHAN GUM (UNII: TTV12P4NEE) Product Characteristics Color BLUE Score Shape Size Flavor FRUIT Imprint Code Contains Packaging # Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date 1 NDC:30142-731-06 180 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 9: Other Type of Part 3 Combination Product (e.g., Drug/Device/Biological Product) 09/03/2020 Marketing Information Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date OTC Monograph Drug M012 09/03/2020 Labeler - KROGER COMPANY (006999528)
