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Nasal and Sinus Decongestant

Dosage form
TABLET
Labeler
Redicare LLC
Label updated
2021-07-02
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
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Active Ingredient (in each tablet)........................................................ Purpose

Phenylephrine HCI 5 mg.......................................................................................................Decongestant

Uses:

Temporarily: ■ relieves nasal congestion associated with sinusitis ■ relieves nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies ■ relieves sinus congestion and pressure, helps decongest sinus opening and passages ■ restores free breathing

Warnings:

Do not use:

■ more than recommended dose ■ 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 MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains a MAOI, consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

■ symptoms do not improve ■ new symptoms occur ■ redness or swelling is present ■ nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur ■ symptoms do not improve within 7 days or are accompanied by fever

Ask a doctor before use if you have:

■ heart disease ■ high blood pressure ■ thyroid disease ■ diabetes ■ difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland

If pregnant or breast-feeding a baby,

ask a health professional before use.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

In a 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: Take 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed, do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor.
Children under 12 years: consult a doctor

Other Information:

■ Tamper Evident. Do not use if packet is torn, cut or opened ■ Store at controlled room temperature 15˚ to 30˚C (59˚ to 86˚F) ■ Avoid excessive heat and humidity

Inactive Ingredients:

corsscarmellose sodium, D&C Red #28, dicalcium phosphate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, silicon dioxide, sodium starch glycolate, starch, stearic acid

포장 표시

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 47e0830f-31e4-5ff0-e054-00144ff88e88 · Version 3
NDC: 71105-333