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Cold Plus Flu Congestion Severe

Generic: Acetaminophen, Guaifenesin, And Phenylephrine Hydrochloride

OTC
Expectorant✓ FDA-verified
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Cold Plus Flu Congestion Severe is a medication designed to temporarily relieve symptoms of the common cold, such as minor aches and pains, headaches, sore throat, and nasal congestion. It works by helping to loosen mucus and making coughs more productive while also reducing fever. Adults and children aged 12 and older should take 2 caplets every 4 hours, but they should not take more than 10 caplets in a 24-hour period. A key warning is that this product contains acetaminophen, and taking more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in a day can lead to severe liver damage. If you are taking a blood-thinning medication like warfarin, it’s important to consult a doctor before using this medication.
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Uses

  • minor aches and pains. headache. sore throat. nasal congestion. sinus congestion and pressure. helps loosen phlegm. temporarily reduces fever.
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Dosage

Adults and children 12 years and over take 2 caplets every 4 hours.
Do not take more than 10 caplets in 24 hours.
Children under 12 years should ask a doctor.
Swallow caplets whole; do not crush, chew, or dissolve.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects

Common

NervousnessDizzinessSleeplessnessSkin reddeningBlistersRash
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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

  • Do not exceed 10 caplets in 24 hours.
  • Severe liver damage may occur with over 4,000 mg of acetaminophen.
  • Do not use with other acetaminophen drugs.
  • Consult a doctor if sore throat is severe or lasts more than 2 days.
  • Ask a doctor if you have liver disease, heart disease, or high blood pressure.
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Drug interactions

  • Warfarinincreased bleeding riskCaution
  • MAOI drugsserious side effects possibleCaution

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