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Vicks DayQuil and Vicks NyQuil

Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company

Vicks DayQuil and Vicks NyQuil Severe Cold and Flu


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DayQuil Severe Cold & Flu

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Purpose

Active ingredients (in each 15 mL tablespoon) Purpose
Acetaminophen 325 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Cough suppressant
Guaifenesin 200 mg Expectorant
Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg Nasal decongestant

Vicks DayQuil and Vicks NyQuil Uses

  • temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:
    • nasal congestion
    • sinus congestion & pressure
    • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation
    • minor aches & pains
    • headache
    • fever
    • sore throat
    • reduces swelling of nasal passages
    • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
    • promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
    • 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

  • adult takes more than 4 doses (30 mL each) in 24 hrs
  • child takes more than 4 doses (15 mL each) in 24 hrs
  • taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • adult has 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

  • 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
  • trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
  • persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
  • a sodium-restricted diet

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 5 days (children) or 7 days (adults)
  • 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.

Overdose warning

Taking more than directed can cause serious health problems. 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 - see Overdose warning
  • use dose cup or tablespoon (TBSP)
  • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs
adults & children 12 yrs & over 30 mL (2 TBSP) every 4 hrs
children 6 to under 12 yrs 15 mL (1 TBSP) every 4 hrs
children 4 to under 6 yrs ask a doctor
children under 4 yrs do not use
  • when using other DayQuil or NyQuil® products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing

Vicks DayQuil and Vicks NyQuil Other information

  • each 15 mL tablespoon contains: sodium 47 mg
  • store at room temperature

Inactive ingredients

citric acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, flavor, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, sorbitol, sucralose, xanthan gum

Questions?

1-800-251-3374

NyQuil Severe Cold & Flu

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Purpose

Active ingredients (in each 30 mL dose cup) Purpose
Acetaminophen 650 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer
Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg Cough suppressant
Doxylamine succinate 12.5 mg Antihistamine
Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg Nasal decongestant

Vicks DayQuil and Vicks NyQuil Uses

temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:

  • nasal congestion
  • sinus congestion & pressure
  • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation
  • cough to help you sleep
  • minor aches & pains
  • headache
  • fever
  • sore throat
  • runny nose & sneezing
  • 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 4 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

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.
  • to make a child sleep

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • liver disease
  • heart disease
  • high blood pressure
  • thyroid disease
  • diabetes
  • 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
  • trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland
  • a sodium-restricted diet

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

  • taking sedatives or tranquilizers
  • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin

When using this product

  • do not use more than directed
  • excitability may occur, especially in children
  • marked drowsiness may occur
  • avoid alcoholic drinks
  • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
  • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness

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.

Overdose warning

Taking more than directed can cause serious health problems. 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 - see Overdose warning
  • use dose cup or tablespoon (TBSP)
  • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs
adults & children 12 yrs & over 30 mL (2 TBSP) every 4 hrs
children 4 to under 12 yrs ask a doctor
children under 4 yrs do not use
  • when using other DayQuil® or NyQuil products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing

Vicks DayQuil and Vicks NyQuil Other information

  • each 30 mL dose cup contains: sodium 92 mg
  • store at room temperature

Inactive ingredients

citric acid, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, flavor, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, sorbitol, sucralose, xanthan gum

Questions?

1-800-362-1683

Dist. by Proctor & Gamble, Cincinnati OH 45202

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NEW
Fights More
Symptoms

than DayQuil/NyQuil
Cold & Flu

VICKS®

DayQuil ®
SEVERE

COLD & FLU

Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine HCl, Dextromethorphan HBr,
Guaifenesin

MAX
STRENGTH

Non-Drowsy
Alcohol Free

  • Headache, Fever, Sore Throat
    Minor Aches & Pains
  • Nasal/Sinus Congestion & Sinus Pressure
  • Cough
  • Chest Congestion

DayQuil Severe ONE 12 FL OZ (354 ml) BOTTLE:
TOTAL 24 FL

NyQuil ®
SEVERE

COLD & FLU

Nighttime Relief

Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine HCl, Doxylamine Succinate,
Dextromethorphan HBr

MAX
STRENGTH

Berry Flavor

  • Headache, Fever, Sore Throat
    Minor Aches & Pains
  • Nasal/Sinus Congestion & Sinus Pressure
  • Sneezing, Runny Nose
  • Cough

NyQuil Severe ONE 12 FL OZ (354 ml) BOTTLE
OZ (708 ml)

Vicks DayQuil and Vicks NyQuil

Vicks DayQuil and Vicks NyQuil

Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, and doxylamine succinate KIT

Product Information

Product Type Human otc drug label Item Code (Source) NDC:37000-814
Route of Administration DEA Schedule

Packaging

# Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
1 NDC:37000-814-24 1 in 1 PACKAGE

Marketing Information

Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
part part341 2013-07-22


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