Active ingredients (in each softgel)
Acetaminophen 325 mg
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg
Guaifenesin 200 mg
Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg
Uses
- temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms:
- headache
- nasal congestion
- sore throat
- cough
- minor aches and pains
- temporarily reduces fever
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take:
- more than 4,000 of acetaminophen in 24 hours
- with other drugs containing acetaminophen
- 3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday 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
- diabetes
- high blood pressure
- heart disease
- thyroid disease
- trouble urinating due to an enlarges prostate gland
- persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema
- cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
Stop use and ask a 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 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 (1-800-222-1222) 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
- do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning)
- do not take more than 12 softgels in any 24-hour period
- adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 2 softgels every 4 hours
- children under 12 years of age: do not use
Other information
- store between 20-25ºC (68-77º)
- avoid excessive heat
- swallow whole; do not crush, chew or dissolve
Inactive ingredients
FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6 gelatin, glycerin, mannitol, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol, sorbitan, titanium dioxide
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Compare to the active ingredients in Maximum Strength Mucinex® Fast-Max® Cold, Flu & Sore Throat†
MAXIMUM STRENGTH
Cold, Flu & Sore Throat
ACETAMINOPHEN - 325 mg - Pain reliever; Fever reducer
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBr - 10 mg - Cough suppressant
GUAIFENESIN - 200 mg - Expectorant
PHENYLEPHRINE HCL - 5 mg - Nasal decongestant
Relieves
- Cough
- Nasal & chest congestion
- Headache & fever
Thins & loosens mucus
For Ages 12 Years & Over
Alcohol Free
SOFTGELS*
(**Liquid-filled capsules)
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF BLISTER UNIT IS TORN, BROKEN OR SHOWS ANY SIGNS OF TAMPERING.
KEEP OUTER CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND PRODUCT INFORMATION.
†This product is not manufactured or distributed by Reckitt Benckiser, distributor of Maximum Strength Mucinex® Fast-Max® Cold, Flu & Sore Throat.
Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895
