Zicam
ZICAM Multi-Symptom COLD & FLU DAYTIME
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Zicam Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- Zicam Other information
- Inactive ingredients
- Questions? Comments? Side Effects?
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 240 mL Bottle Label
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Drug Facts
Active ingredient
Purpose
Active ingredients (in each 30mL = 2 tablespoons) |
Purpose |
Acetaminophen 650 mg | Pain reliever/fever reducer |
Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg | Cough suppressant |
Guaifenesin 400 mg | Expectorant |
Zicam Uses
Temporarily relieves common cold and flu symptoms:
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus
- cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
- minor aches and pains
- sore throat
- muscular aches
- headache
- fever
Warnings
Liver warning
This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take:
- more than 12 tablespoons in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
- with other drugs containing acetaminophen
- 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
Sore throat warning
If sore throat is severe, persists for more than two days, is accompanied by or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
Do not use
- with any other drug containing acetaminophen
(prescription or non prescription). 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), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- liver disease
- cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
- persistent or chronic cough as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema
- a sodium restricted diet
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- redness or swelling is present
- fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days
- pain or cough get worse or do not get better within 7 days or are accompanied by a fever
- cough comes back or occurs with rash, fever, or headache that lasts
- new symptoms occur
These could be signs of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose warning
taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious health problems. 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 children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
- Take only as directed – see overdose warning
- Only use enclosed measuring cup designed for use with this product
- Adults and children 12 years and over:
- Take 2 tablespoons (TBSP) or 30 milliliters (mL)
- May be added to 6-8 ounces of hot or cold beverage (tea, juice, soda)
- Take every 4 hours as needed
- Do not exceed 12 tablespoons in any 24 hour period
- Children under 12 years of age: DO NOT USE
Zicam Other information
- store at room temperature 15°-29°C (59°-84°F)
- do not use if plastic neck wrap or foil inner seal is broken or missing
- contains 10 mg potassium per 2 tablespoons
- contains 30 mg sodium per 2 tablespoons
Inactive ingredients
acesulfame potassium, disodium EDTA, glycerin, hydroxyethylcellulose, polyethylene glycol, potassium sorbate, purified water, sodium chloride, sucralose
Questions? Comments? Side Effects?
call 877-942-2626 toll-free or visit us on the web at www.zicam.com
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 240 mL Bottle Label
DAYTIME
NDC 62750-022-10
ZICAM®
Multi-Symptom
COLD & FLU
Acetaminophen (Pain Reliever, Fever Reducer)
Dextromethorphan HBr (Cough Suppressant)
Guaifenesin (Expectorant)
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The Taste You Choose™
Virtually tasteless
when added to any beverage.
8 FL OZ
(240 mL)
500884.004
Zicamacetaminophen, dextromethorphan hydrobromide and guaifenesin LIQUID
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