Uses
- temporarily relieves:
- cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold or inhaled irritants
- your cough to help you sleep
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive.
Warnings
Ask your doctor before use if
- you have a persistent cough, this may be a sign of a serious condition
- you have a persistent cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema
- you have a cough that is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus)
- you have chronic pulmonary disease or shortness of breath
- giving to a child who is taking other drugs
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- symptoms do not improve within 7 days, tend to recur or are accompanied by fever and rash or persistent headache. These may be symptoms of a serious condition.
Keep out of the reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- Do not exceed 6 doses in 24 hours.
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Adults and children 12 years of age and over: |
2 tsp (10 mL) every 4 hours, |
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Children 6 to under 12 years of age: |
1 tsp (5 mL) every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor. |
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Children under 6 years of age: |
Consult a doctor. |
Other information
Each tsp (5 mL) contains 3 mg sodium.
Store at controlled room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F). You may report side effects by calling 1-888-344-9603 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Inactive ingredients
Alcohol, caramel flavor, cherry flavor, citric acid, FD&C Red #40, glycerin, peppermint flavor, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium saccharin, sorbitol.
