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Childrens Coltalin

Generic: Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride

OTC
Pain reliever✓ FDA-verified
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Children's Coltalin is a medication that helps relieve symptoms from colds, the flu, or hay fever, such as sore throat, minor aches, headaches, runny nose, and sneezing. It works by reducing fever and promoting drainage in the nasal passages. For children aged 6 to under 12 years, it is taken as chewable tablets, with a starting dose of 4 tablets every 4 hours while symptoms last, but not exceeding 5 doses (20 tablets) in a day. A key warning is that it contains acetaminophen, which can cause severe liver damage if your child takes more than the recommended amount or combines it with other products containing acetaminophen. If your child is under 6 years old, you should consult a doctor before giving them this medication.

Uses

  • sore throat. minor aches and pains. headache. itching of the nose or throat. runny nose. sneezing. itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever. sinus congestion and pressure. nasal congestion. temporarily reduces fever. promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage.

Dosage

Children 6 to under 12 years: Chew 4 tablets every 4 hours while symptoms last, not exceeding 5 doses (20 tablets) in 24 hours.
Children under 6 years: Consult a doctor.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.

Side effects

Common

Common side effects may include mild stomach upset or nausea

Serious

Serious side effects may include severe liver damage
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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

  • This product contains acetaminophen.
  • Severe liver damage may occur if more than 5 doses are taken in 24 hours.
  • Do not use with other drugs containing acetaminophen.

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Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).