Equate SF Menthol Cough Drops

Active ingredient (in each drop)

Menthol 5.8 mg

Purpose

Cough suppressant / Oral anesthetic

Uses temporarily relieves:

• cough as may occur with a cold
• occasional minor irritation and sore throat

Warnings

Sore throat warning: if sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days, see your dentist or doctor promptly. These symptoms may be serious.

Ask a doctor before use if you have

• persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
• cough accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus)

Stop use and consult doctor if

• cough persists for more than 7 days, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, reash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
• sore throat is severe, or irritation, pain or redness lasts or worsens
• sore mouth does not improve in 7 days

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

Keep out of reach of children.

Directions

adults and children 5 years and over - dissolve 1 lozenge slowly in mouth. Repeat every 2 hours as needed or as directed by a doctor.

children under 5 years - ask a doctor

Other information

• 6 calories per drop
• Excess consumption may cause a laxative effect
• do not use if bag is torn or open

Inactive ingredients: Acesulfame potassium, corn starch, eucalyptus oil, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, glycerin, gum arabic, isomalt, maltitol syrup, medium chain triglycerides, natural and artificial flavors, potassium sorbate, soybean oil, sucralose and water.

Questions? call 1-888-287-1915.

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