Vicks DayQuil HOT REMEDY RAPID RELIEF MULTI-SYMPTOM Cold and Flu plus Congestion Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan HBr, Phenylephrine HCl 500 mg/5g; 10 mg/5g; 20 mg/5g Powder, For Solution
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This medicine belongs to the Anilides class.
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Acetaminophen is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and to reduce fever. Acetaminophen is in a class of medications called analgesics (pain relievers) and antipyretics (fever reducers). It works by changing the way the body senses pain and by cooling the body.
Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗This is an over-the-counter powder product that dissolves in liquid for oral use and is marketed under FDA's monograph rules for cold and flu symptom relief. The three active ingredients work together to address multiple symptoms: acetaminophen is typically used to reduce fever and relieve pain, dextromethorphan is commonly used to suppress cough, and phenylephrine is typically used as a nasal decongestant. The product is intended for people seeking temporary relief from multiple cold and flu symptoms in one dose.
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Acesulfame potassium is an artificial sweetener that tastes about 200 times sweeter than sugar. It's added to medicines to improve taste without adding calories or affecting blood sugar.
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Aspartame is an artificial sweetener made from amino acids. It's added to medicines to improve taste, making bitter or unpleasant-tasting drugs easier to take.
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A plant-based thickener made from cellulose that holds water and creates texture. It works as a binder and thickening agent to give the medicine its proper consistency and help ingredients blend together.
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A weak organic acid derived from citrus fruits or made through fermentation. It works as a buffer to control pH, a preservative to extend shelf life, and a flavoring agent in medications.
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A synthetic yellow dye used to color medicines. It helps make tablets, capsules, and liquids visually distinct so patients can easily identify their medication.
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FD&C Blue No. 1 is a synthetic blue dye approved for use in foods and medicines. It serves as a colorant to give the medication its distinctive appearance and help with product identification.
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A natural sugar derived from sugar cane or sugar beets. It's used as a sweetener, filler, and binder to improve taste, add bulk, and help hold tablet or capsule ingredients together.
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A mineral salt made from calcium and phosphate. It acts as a filler to add bulk to the tablet or capsule, and helps bind ingredients together so the medicine holds its shape.
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| Price system | Per mL | Per package |
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
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| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 58933-0550-01 | 5 g in 1 PACKET (58933-550-01) | 2023-03-22 | Active |
| 58933-0550-08 You're viewing this | 8 PACKET in 1 PACKAGE (58933-550-08) / 5 g in 1 PACKET | 2023-03-22 | Active |
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🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • minor aches & pains • sore throat • fever • headache • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation • cough to help you sleep • nasal congestion • sinus congestion & pressure • reduces swelling of nasal passages • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose • promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions take only as directed do not exceed 6 doses per 24 hrs Dissolve contents of one packet into 8 oz. of hot water and stir briskly; sip while hot. Consume entire drink within 10-15 minutes If using a microwave, add contents of one packet to 8 oz. of cool water, stir briskly before and after heating. Do not overheat Age Dose adults & children 12 yrs & over one packet (dose) every 4 hours children under 12 yrs do not use
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 6 doses in 24 hours, 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 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 cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product do not use more than directed 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. If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.
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.
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Other information • each packet contains : potassium 10 mg • phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 64 mg per dose • do not exceed 25°C.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active Ingredients (in each Packet) Acetaminophen 500 mg Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients acesulfame potassium, aspartame, carboxymethylcellulose, citric acid, D&C Yellow No. 10, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, flavors, sucrose, tribasic calcium phosphate
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Pain reliever/Fever reducer Cough suppressant Nasal decongestant