Cepacol Sore Throat & Cough, Extra Strength, Lozenges, Mixed Berry
16 lozenges
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Directions
In Each Lozenge: Directions: Read all information. Take every 4 hours. Adults and Children 12 Years of Age and Older: Take 2 lozenges (one immediately after the other) and allow each lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth; may be repeated every 4 hours as needed, not to exceed 12 lozenges in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor or dentist. Children 6 to Under 12 Years of Age: Take 1 lozenge and allow product to dissolve slowly in the mouth; may be repeated every 4 hours as needed, not to exceed 6 lozenges in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor or dentist. Children Under 6 Years of Age: Do not use.
Product Details
Benzocaine 7.5 mg - Oral pain reliever. Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg - cough suppressant. No. 1 doctor recommended (Cepacol is the no. 1 Doctor Recommended OTC Sore Throat Lozenge in the US for the period of January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015 (AlphalmpactRX ProVoice Survey)). Extra Strength (based on amount of benzocaine per adult dose). Relieves sore throat pain. Quiets cough. Fast acting. Maximum numbing. Health. Hygiene. Home. www.cepacol.com. Questions? 1-866-682-4639. You may also report side effects to this phone number. Parents: Learn about teen medicine abuse. www.StopMedicineAbuse.org. Made in England.Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
In Each Lozenge: Active Ingredients: Benzocaine (7.5 mg), Oral Pain Reliever; Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (5 mg), Cough Suppressant. Inactive Ingredients: FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, Flavors, Isomalt, Maltitol, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sucralose.Warnings
In Each Lozenge: Warnings: Methemoglobinemia Warning: Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a rare but serious condition that must be treated promptly because it reduces the amount of oxygen carried in blood. Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if you or a child in your care develops:: pale, gray, or blue colored skin (cyanosis); headache; rapid heart rate; shortness of breath; dizziness or lightheadedness; fatigue or lack of energy. Allergy alert: Do not use this product if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine, or other caine anesthetics. 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. Do not use 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: persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema; cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus). Stop use and ask a doctor or dentist if: sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days; irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens; swelling develops; cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep this and all drugs out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Do not exceed recommended dosage. Tamper evident: Product is sealed in blister package for your protection. Do not use if carton is damaged or if printed seal on blister is broken or missing.Manufacturer
Reckitt Benckiser
Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224
UPC
00363824740164