Vicks DayQuil Complete Cold & Flu Liquid 236 mL

Product overview

This cough cold & flu medication product is from Vicks and is supplied in a 236 mL format.

Active ingredients

per 30mL: Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (Acetaminophen 650 mg) Cough suppressant (Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 20 mg) Expectorant (Guaifenesin 400 mg) Nasal Decongestant (Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 10mg) Nonmedicinal Ingredients Citric acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, flavour, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, sorbitol, sucralose, xanthan gum

Ingredients

Medicinal Ingredients per 30mL: Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (Acetaminophen 650 mg) Cough suppressant (Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 20 mg) Expectorant (Guaifenesin 400 mg) Nasal Decongestant (Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 10mg) Nonmedicinal Ingredients Citric acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, flavour, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, sorbitol, sucralose, xanthan gum

Directions

• Take only as recommended – see CAUTIONS • Use dosage cup provided or tablespoon (TBSP) • Do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hours Adults and children 12 years and over: 2 TBSP (30 mL) every 4-6 hours as needed Children under 12 years: Do not use When taking other DayQuil or NyQuil products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing.

Warnings and precautions

CAUTION: Do not exceed recommended dosage. Do not use with other products containing acetaminophen or cold and flu ingredients. Do not take if allergic to acetaminophen or any other ingredients used in this product. Use the smallest effective dose. Taking more than the maximum daily dose may cause severe or possibly fatal liver damage. If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take acetaminophen or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Acetaminophen may cause severe or even fatal liver damage. Do not take this product unless directed by a doctor if you have: Chronic alcoholism Serious liver or kidney disease Heart disease High blood pressure Thyroid disease Diabetes Glaucoma Asthma Excessive phlegm (mucus), persistent or chronic cough Difficulty urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland Chronic lung disease or shortness of breath Recently taken (within 2 weeks) or are currently using a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions or Parkinson’s disease) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if: You are taking sedatives or tranquilizers You are pregnant or breastfeeding You use any other medications including natural health products, prescription drugs, salicylates or other pain and fever relief medications (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) Consult a doctor if: • Symptoms last for more than five days, or are accompanied by high fever (>38°C) or fever lasts more than 3 days or are accompanied by the production of thick yellow/green phlegm or sore throat pain lasts more than 2 days • You get nervous, dizzy or sleepless • You develop allergic reactions such as wheezing or itching Very rarely, serious skin reactions with acetaminophen have been reported. Symptoms may include: skin reddening, blisters, rash. If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Do not take for more than 5 days, unless directed by a doctor. If elderly, consult a doctor before using this product. Overdose: Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious health problems. In the first 24 hours you may experience increased sweating, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and loss of appetite. 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. USE ONLY AS DIRECTED BY A PHYSICIAN THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS ENOUGH MEDICINE TO SERIOUSLY HARM A CHILD. KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Child Resistant Packaging: Squeeze both tabs while turning. Tamper evident: Do not use if printed shrinkband is broken or missing. Store at room temperature and do not refrigerate. Questions? Call 1-800-362-1683

Important information

Read and follow the complete product label before use. Use only as directed. Speak with a pharmacist or other qualified health professional if you have questions about whether this product is appropriate for you.