Dimetapp Childrens Multi-Symptom Cold Flu

Product Details

Temporarily relieves these symptoms associated with a cold, or flu: headache; sore throat; fever; minor aches and pains. Temporarily relieves nasal congestion, and cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation occurring with a cold. Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: sneezing; itching of the nose or throat; itchy, watery eyes; runny nose. Temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Each 5 mL tsp: Acetaminophen, USP 160 mg; Chlorpheniramine Maleate, USP 1 mg; Dextromethorphan HBr, USP 5 mg; Phenylephrine HCI, USP 2.5 mg. InActive Ingredients: Anhydrous Citric Acid; Artificial Flavor; FD&C Red No. 40; Glycerin; Menthol; Polyethylene Glycol; Propyl Gallate; Propylene Glycol; Purified Water; Sodium Benzoate; Sodium Citrate; Sorbitol Solution; Sucralose; Each Teaspoon Contains: Sodium 2 mg

Dosage

Do not take more than 5 doses in any 24-hour period. Do not exceed recommended dosage. Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause serious liver damage. Adults and children 12 years and over: 4 teaspoons every 4 hours. Children 6 to 12 years: 2 teaspoons every 4 hours. Children under 6 years: do not use. Store at 20-25 degrees C (68-77 degrees F). Dosage cup provided.

Warning

Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Sever liver damage may occur if user takes: more than 5 doses in any 24-hour period, which is the maximum daily amount; with other drugs containing acetaminophen; 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product. 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: to sedate a child or to make a child sleepy; in a child under 6 years of age; if user is now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinsons disease), or for 2 week 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; with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen ask a doctor or pharmacist. Ask a doctor before use if user has: liver disease; heart disease; high blood pressure; thyroid disease; diabetes; trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland; glaucoma; cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus); a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if user is: taking the blood thinning drug warfarin; taking any other oral nasal decongestant or stimulant; taking any other pain reliever/fever reducer; taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product: do not use more than directed; marked drowsiness may occur; avoid alcoholic drinks; alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness; be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery; excitability may occur, especially in children. Stop use and ask a doctor if: user gets nervous, dizzy, or sleepless; pain, cough, or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 5 days (children) or 7 days (adults); fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days; redness or swelling is present; cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition; new symptoms occur. 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. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children, even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.