Indications

Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold: minor aches and pains, headache, minor sore throat pain, nasal congestion, temporarily reduces fever Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper repertory allergies: runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose and throat, itchy, watery eyes.

Warnings

Alcohol Warning: If you consume 3 or more alcoholic beverages every day, ask your doctor whether you should take acetaminophen or any other pain relievers/fever reducers. Acetaminophen may cause liver damage. Do not use:  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. Also, with any other product containing acetaminophen (see Overdose Warning). Ask a doctor before use if you have: Heart disease High blood pressure Thyroid disease Diabetes Glaucoma A breathing problem such as emphysema, asthma, or chronic bronchitis Trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland A sodium restricted diet Ask a doctor before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product: Do not exceed recommended dosage Avoid alcoholic drinks Alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness Be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Excitability may occur, especially in children Stop and ask a doctor if: Pain or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts for more than 7 days Fever gets worse or last more than 3 days Redness or swelling is present Sore throat is severe, persists more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea or vomiting New symptoms occur. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant of breast-feeding, ask a health care professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.  Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious health problems, including liver damage. 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.   Each packet contains: sodium 43mg Store at controlled room temperature 20-25°C (68-77°F)

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