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DayTime Cold and Flu Severe and NightTime Cold and Flu Severe

Dosage form
KIT
Labeler
Topco Associates LLC
Label updated
2019-11-13
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
ACETAMINOPHEN · DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE · DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE · GUAIFENESIN · PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
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Active ingredients (in each softgel)

Active ingredients for DayTime

Acetaminophen 325 mg 

Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg

Guaifenesin 200 mg

Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg

Active ingredients for Nighttime

Acetaminophen 325 mg 

Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg

Doxylamine succinate 6.25 mg 

Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg

Purposes

DayTime

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Expectorant

Nasal decongestant

Nighttime

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Antihistamine

Nasal decongestant

Uses
  • temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:
  • nasal congestion
  • sinus congestion & pressure
  • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation
  • cough to help you sleep (Nighttime only)
  • minor aches & pains
  • headache
  • fever
  • sore throat
  • runny nose & sneezing (Nighttime only)
  • reduces swelling of nasal passages
  • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
  • promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
  • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive. (Daytime only)
Warnings

Liver warning

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

  • more than 4 doses in 24 hrs, 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 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.

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.

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.
  • to make a child sleep (Nighttime only)

Ask a doctor before use if you have

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

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

  • taking sedatives or tranquilizers (Nighttime only)
  • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.

When using this product

  • do not use more than directed

Nighttime only:

  • excitability may occur, especially in children
  • marked drowsiness may occur
  • avoid alcoholic drinks
  • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
  • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless
  • 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
  • take only as directed - see Overdose warning
  • do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs

Dosing for Daytime

adults & children 12 yrs & over

     2 softgels with water every 4 hrs

children 4 to under 12 yrs

     ask a doctor

children under 4 yrs

     do not use

Dosing for Nighttime 

adults & children 12 yrs & over

     2 softgels with water every 4 hrs

children 4 to under 12 yrs

     ask a doctor

children under 4 yrs

     do not use

  • when using other Nighttime or Daytime products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing
Other information
  • store at room temperature and avoid excessive heat
Inactive ingredients

Daytime: FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol,  povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special, and white edible ink

Nighttime: D&C yellow #10, FD&C blue #1, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol,  povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special, and white edible ink

Questions or comments?

Call toll free: 1-888-423-0139

Principal Display Panel - Carton Label

TopCare DayTime Cold & Flu and NightTime Cold & Flu

NDC 36800-412-04

*Compare to the active ingredients in Vicks® DayQuil® Severe and NyQuil® Severe Cold and Flu

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DailyMed Set ID: bdad6ba8-2c7c-4d0f-bd78-42ccf874fc8f · Version 2
NDC: 36800-412