CHILDRENS DIMETAPP MULTISYMPTOM COLD AND FLU

Richmond Division of Wyeth

Children’s Dimetapp Multi-Symptom Cold & Flu(acetaminophen, chlorpheniramine maleate, dextromethorphan HBr, and phenylephrine HCl)

FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*

• DRUG FACTS
• ACTIVE INGREDIENTS (IN EACH 5 ML TSP)
• PURPOSES
• USES
• WARNINGS
  • Liver warning:
  • Sore throat warning:
  • Do not use
  • Ask a doctor before use if user has
  • Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if user is
  • When using this product
  • Stop use and ask a doctor if
• DIRECTIONS
• OTHER INFORMATION
• INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
• QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
• PRODUCT PACKAGING

FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

DRUG FACTS

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS (IN EACH 5 ML TSP)

Acetaminophen, USP 160 mg

Chlorpheniramine maleate, USP 1 mg

Dextromethorphan HBr, USP 5 mg

Phenylephrine HCl, USP 2.5 mg

PURPOSES

Pain reliever/Fever reducer

Antihistamine

Cough suppressant

Nasal decongestant

USES

• 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

WARNINGS

Liver warning:

This product contains acetaminophen. Severe 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 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.
• 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

ask a health professional before use.

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.

DIRECTIONS

• 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.

OTHER INFORMATION

• each teaspoon contains: sodium 2 mg
• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
• dosage cup provided

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

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

Call weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM EST at 1-800-762-4675

PRODUCT PACKAGING

The product packaging shown below represents a sample of that currently in use. Additional packaging may also be available.

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Children’s Dimetapp Multi-Symptom Cold & Flu

Acetaminophen (Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer)

Chlorpheniramine Maleate (Antihistamine)

Dextromethorphan HBr (Cough Suppressant)

Phenylephrine HCl (Nasal Decongestant)

Relieves Nasal Symptoms

• Stuffy Nose

• Runny Nose

• Sneezing

Plus Other Symptoms

• Itchy, Watery Eyes

• Cough

• Fever, Headaches

• Body Aches

4 FL OZ (118 mL)

alcohol-free ∙ red grape flavor

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We pledge to you that Dimetapp products contain only high quality ingredients and meet strict standards of quality and safety. You can trust Dimetapp products for your family.

Dosage Cup Provided

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Madison, NJ 07940 USA

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Packaged with Tamper-Evident bottle cap. Do Not Use if breakable ring is separated or missing.