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Mucinex Nightshift Severe Cold and Flu 650 mg/20mL

ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, and TRIPROLIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE · SOLUTION · Reckitt Benckiser LLC

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Mucinex Nightshift Severe Cold and Flu is an over-the-counter oral liquid medication that combines a pain reliever and fever reducer (acetaminophen), a cough suppressant (dextromethorphan), a decongestant (phenylephrine), and an antihistamine (triprolidine) to help relieve multiple cold and flu symptoms. This combination product is designed to be taken at night to help manage congestion, cough, aches, fever, and other cold and flu discomforts.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Mucinex Nightshift Severe Cold and Flu
Generic Name
ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, and TRIPROLIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE
NDC Code (Product)
63824-504
Manufacturer
Reckitt Benckiser LLC
Strength
650 mg/20mL
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
M012
Marketing Start
06/01/2020

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

accidental overdose1 reports
dizziness1 reports
hypertension1 reports
somnolence1 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Uses temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: cough nasal congestion minor aches and pains sore throat headache sinus congestion and pressure runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever temporarily reduces fever controls cough to help you get to sleep

Dosage & Administration

Directions do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning ) do not take more than 8 caplets in any 24-hour period adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 caplets every 4 hours children under 12 years of age: do not use

Warnings

Warnings Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: more than 4,000 mg in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily 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 …

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mucinex Nightshift Severe Cold and Flu used for?

Mucinex Nightshift Severe Cold and Flu is an over-the-counter oral liquid medication that combines a pain reliever and fever reducer (acetaminophen), a cough suppressant (dextromethorphan), a decongestant (phenylephrine), and an antihistamine (triprolidine) to help relieve multiple cold and flu symptoms. This combination product is designed to be taken at night to help manage congestion, cough, aches, fever, and other cold and flu discomforts.

Is Mucinex Nightshift Severe Cold and Flu a controlled substance?

Mucinex Nightshift Severe Cold and Flu is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Mucinex Nightshift Severe Cold and Flu?

The generic name for Mucinex Nightshift Severe Cold and Flu is ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, and TRIPROLIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE. There are 6 other brand versions of ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, and TRIPROLIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE.

What is the NDC code for Mucinex Nightshift Severe Cold and Flu 650 mg/20mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Mucinex Nightshift Severe Cold and Flu 650 mg/20mL is 63824-504, listed by Reckitt Benckiser LLC.

Product NDC

63824-504

Package NDC

63824-504-66

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