Warnings


What may interact with Acetaminophen, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

-ergot alkaloids like dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, ergotamine, methylergonovine
-MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
-other drugs containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription)

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

-alcohol
-certain medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
-certain medicines for blood pressure, heart disease, irregular heart beat
-furazolidone
-imatinib
-isoniazid
-linezolid
-mecamylamine
-other medicines for congestion or colds
-procarbazine
-reserpine
-St. John''s Wort
-stimulant medicines for attention disorders, weight loss, or to stay awake
-theophylline
-warfarin

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Acetaminophen, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

-diabetes
-glaucoma
-heart disease
-high blood pressure
-if you often drink alcohol
-peripheral vascular disease
-prostate disease
-taken a MAOI like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, or Parnate within the last 14 days
-thyroid disease
-an unusual or allergic reaction to acetaminophen, guaifenesin, phenylephrine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Acetaminophen, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine?

Tell your doctor or health care professional if your pain symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.

Drink several glasses of water each day. This will help loosen mucus.

Do not take other medicines that contain acetaminophen with this medicine. Always read labels carefully. If you have questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not take more than the recommended dose as listed on the package label. If you take too much acetaminophen get medical help right away. Too much acetaminophen can be very dangerous and cause liver damage. Even if you do not have symptoms, it is important to get help right away.

The risk for liver problems is increased if you drink 3 or more drinks containing alcohol daily while using this product.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

This medicine may cause accidental overdose and death if taken by other adults, children, or pets. Mix any unused medicine with a substance like cat littler or coffee grounds. Then throw the medicine away in a sealed container like a sealed bag or a coffee can with a lid. Do not use the medicine after the expiration date.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light and moisture.