Stona
DRUG FACTS
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each tablet)
Acetaminophen 162.5 mg
Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10mg
Phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg
Purpose
Purposes
Acetaminophen Pain reliever-fever reducer
Chlorpheniramine maleate Antihistamine
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide Cough suppressant
Phenylephrine hydrochloride Nasal decongestant
Uses
Uses
■ temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold, the flu, or hay fever:
■ minor aches and pains ■ headache ■ sore throat ■ nasal congestion
■ runny nose ■ sinus congestion and pressure
■ cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
■ sneezing, itching of the nose or throat, and itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever
■ temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take:
■ more than 12 tablets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
■ with other drugs containing acetaminophen
■ 3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday while using this product
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). If you do not know whether a prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
■ for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug
Ask a doctor before use if you have
■ liver disease ■ heart disease ■ high blood pressure ■ diabetes
■ thyroid disease ■ glaucoma ■ a high fever
■ difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
■ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
■ a persistent cough
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use
if you are
■ taking the blood thinning drug warfarin ■ taking sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
■ do not exceed recommended dosage
■ may cause excitability especially in children ■ do not drive or operate machinery
■ avoid alcoholic beverages
■ may cause marked drowsiness; alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect
Stop use and ask a doctor if
■ pain, cough, or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
■ sore throat persists for more than 2 days
■ nasal congestion is accompanied by fever
■ nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
■ any of the following occurs (these could be signs of a serious condition):
■ fever gets worse or or lasts more than 3 days ■ a severe sore throat
■ sore throat is accompanied or followed by high fever, headache, nausea or vomiting
■ redness or swelling is present ■new symptoms occur
■ cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache
Do not give to children under 12 years of age unless directed by a doctor.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions ■ adults and children 12 years of age and older: 2 tablets every 4hours, while symptoms persist, not to exceed 6 doses (12 tablets) in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor
■ children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information
■ keep container tightly closed
■ protect from light
■ store between 15° to 30°C (59° to 86° F)
Inactive ingredients
carboxymethylcellulose, dibasic calcium phosphate, glycerin, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, polyethylene glycol 6000, polyvinyl alcohol, sugar, titanium dioxide, and wild cherry extract.
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