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Maximum Strength Cold and Flu

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
Walgreens
Label updated
2026-01-16
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
ACETAMINOPHEN · DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE · GUAIFENESIN · PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
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Label information

Drug Facts

유효 성분

성분·작용

Active ingredients (in each softgel) Purpose
Acetaminophen 325 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Cough suppressant
Guaifenesin 200 mg Expectorant
Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg Nasal decongestant
Uses
  • temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:
  • nasal congestion
  • headache
  • cough
  • minor aches and pains
  • sore throat
  • sinus congestion & pressure
  • temporarily reduces fever
  • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive.
Warnings

Liver warning

This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take

  • more than 12 softgels in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

Allergy Alert

Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:

  • skin reddening
  • blisters
  • rash

If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

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

  • 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), 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
  • heart disease
  • high blood pressure
  • thyroid disease
  • diabetes
  • trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland
  • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
  • persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema

Label information

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.

Label information

When using this product, do not use more than directed.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
  • pain, nasal congestion, or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
  • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
  • redness or swelling is present
  • new symptoms occur
  • cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts

These could be signs of a serious condition.

Label information

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Label information

Keep out of reach of children.

Overdose warning

Taking more than directed 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 for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Directions
  • do not take more than directed - see Overdose warning
  • do not take more than 12 softgels in any 24 hour period
  • adults & children 12 years & over : take 2 softgels every 4 hours
  • children under 12 years of age: do not use
Other information
  • store at 20-25 0C (68-77 0F)
  • avoid excessive heat
Inactive ingredients

FD&C Yellow # 6, gelatin,
glycerin, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene
glycol, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan , titanium
dioxide

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DailyMed Set ID: 5f638bca-55c2-4ead-8c47-3f15713495da · Version 8
NDC: 0363-9017