Overview
- Active ingredient
- Phenylephrine Bitartrate, Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine Maleate
- Established class
- Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug; Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor
- Mechanism class
- Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
- Physiologic effect
- Decreased Prostaglandin Production; Decreased Platelet Aggregation
- Chemical structure
- Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
- Route
- Oral
- Label date
- 2024-11-13
Indications and usage
Uses
- temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold
- sneezing
- nasal congestion
- sore throat
- headache
- minor aches and pains
- runny nose
- sinus congestion and pressure
- temporarily reduces fever
Purpose
(in each effervescent tablet) . . . . . . . . . . . Purpose Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pain reliever/fever reducer Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg . . . . . . . . . . . . Antihistamine Phenylephrine Bitartrate 7.8 mg . . . . . . . . . . .Nasal decongestant *Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Dosage and administration
Directions
- do not use more than directed (see overdose warning)
- adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets completely dissolved in 4 oz of water every 4 hours
- do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours
- children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Warnings
Reye’s syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:
- hives
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you
- are age 60 or older
- have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
- take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
- take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
- have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
- take more or for a longer time than directed Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
Do not use
Do not use
- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- if you are allergic to aspirin
- 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.
- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients.
Ask a doctor before use if
Ask a doctor before use if Ask a doctor before use if
- stomach bleeding warning applies to you
- you have a history of stomach problems such as heartburn
- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
- you are taking a diuretic
Ask a doctor before use if you have Ask a doctor before use if you have
- asthma
- glaucoma
- diabetes
- thyroid disease
- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
- a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
- been placed on a sodium-restricted diet
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers
- presently taking a prescription drug
- taking a prescription drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood), diabetes, gout or arthritis
When using this product
this product When using this product
- do not exceed recommended dosage
- you may get drowsy
- avoid alcoholic drinks
- excitability may occur, especially in children
- alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
- be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Stop use and ask a doctor if
and ask a doctor if Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
- feel faint
- vomit blood
- have bloody or black stools
- have stomach pain that does not get better
- an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away
- pain or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
- new symptoms occur
- redness or swelling is present
- ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
- nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occurs
Overdosage
In case of overdose In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.
Active ingredient (label)
s Active ingredients (in each effervescent tablet) . . . . . . . . . . .Purpose Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pain reliever/fever reducer Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg . . . . . . . . . . . . Antihistamine Phenylephrine Bitartrate 7.8 mg . . . . . . . . . . .Nasal decongestant *Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Inactive ingredients
s acesulfame potassium, aspartame, citric acid, docusate sodium, flavors, mannitol, povidone, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate
Keep out of reach of children
of children. Keep out of reach of children.