Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan Hbr, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine Hcl: Uses, Side Effects, and Drug Interactions
Brand names: VICKS DayQuil SEVERE HONEY FLAVOR COLD and FLU
# What You Need to Know About This Combination Medicine This medicine contains four active ingredients that work together to help you feel better when you're sick. Acetaminophen reduces fever and pain, dextromethorphan helps stop your cough, guaifenesin helps thin mucus so you can cough it up more easily, and phenylephrine helps clear a stuffy nose. People use this medicine when they have a cold or the flu and want to relieve multiple symptoms at the same time instead of taking separate medicines. Before you take this medicine, there are important safety rules to follow. Never take it if you're allergic to any of its ingredients, and don't use it if you're taking certain other medicines (ask your pharmacist or doctor to be sure). Don't give this medicine to children under 4 years old unless a doctor tells you to. Stop taking it and call your doctor if you develop serious side effects like trouble breathing, chest pain, or extreme dizziness. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine. Always follow the dosage instructions carefully, don't exceed the recommended dose, and store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from children and pets.
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Check Now ↓Most Reported Side Effects (FAERS)
- FATIGUE26 reports
- PNEUMONIA19 reports
- COVID-1917 reports
- DIARRHOEA17 reports
- DYSPNOEA17 reports
- FALL17 reports
- NAUSEA16 reports
- PAIN16 reports
- PRODUCT DOSE OMISSION ISSUE16 reports
- DRUG INEFFECTIVE15 reports
Source: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Voluntary reports do not establish causation.
Recent Recalls (1)
- Class II
LNK International, Inc. · November 14, 2024
Kirkland Severe Cold & Flu Plus Congestion: Day - 112 coated caplets blister pack; (Acetaminophen 325mg, Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg, Guaifenesin 200 mg, Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg); Night - 56 coated caplCGMP Deviations: Released product should have been rejected.
Source: FDA (openFDA Drug Enforcement). Voluntary and mandated recalls affecting this drug.
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