VICKS FLU THERAPY SEVERE COLD AND FLU DAY- acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hydrobromide, and phenylephrine hydrochloride powder, for solution
Procter & Gamble Manufacturing México, S. de R.L. de C.V.
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Acetaminophen 500 mg
Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg
Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Cough suppressant
Nasal decongestant
Uses
temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:
- minor aches & pains
- sore throat
- fever
- headache
- cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation
- cough to help you sleep
- nasal congestion
- sinus congestion & pressure
- reduces swelling of nasal passages
- temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
- promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
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 for this product
- 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 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.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- liver disease
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- thyroid disease
- diabetes
- cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
- persostent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
- trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
When using this product
do not use more than directed
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless
- 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 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 directed
- do not exceed 6 doses per 24 hrs
Age | Dose |
adults & children 12 yrs & over | one packet every 4 hrs |
children under 12 yrs | do not use |
- Dissolve contents of one packet into 8 oz. of hot water and stir briskly; 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
Other information
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each packet contains:potassium 10 mg
- phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 64 mg per dose
- do not exceed 25°C.
Inactive ingredients
acesulfame potassium, aspartame, carboxymethylcellulose, citric acid, D&C Yellow No. 10, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, flavors, sucrose, tribasic calcium phosphate
Questions?
1-800-362-1683
Keep outer package for complete product information.
Tamper Evident: Do not use if inner sealed packet is torn or broken.
MADE IN MEXICO
DIST. BY:
PROCTER & GAMBLE,
CINCINNATI OH 45202
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Acetaminophen- Pain Reliever/Fever reducer,
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Procter & Gamble Manufacturing México, S. de R.L. de C.V.