Childrens Plus Flu
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Phenylephrine HCI · Suspension · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each 5 mL) Acetaminophen 160 mg Chlorpheniramine maleate 1 mg Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg Phenylephrine HCI 2.5 mg
Purpose
Purposes Pain reliever/fever reducer Antihistamine Cough suppressant Nasal decongestant
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves the following cold/flu symptoms: minor aches and pains sore throat cough sneezing and runny nose headache stuffy nose temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Warnings 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. Liver warning : This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes: more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount with other drugs contaning acetaminophen 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 to make a child sleepy with any other drug containing acetaminophen (Prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. in a child who is 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 child's prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product. if your child is allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product. Ask a doctor before use if your child has liver disease glaucoma thyroid disease diabetes heart disease high blood pressure a breathing problem such as chronic bronchitis cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is taking sedatives or tranquilizers the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product do not exceed recommended dose ( see overdose warning ) excitability may occur, especially in children marked drowsiness may occur sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness Stop use and ask a doctor if new symptoms occur redness or swelling is present pain, nasal congestion or cough gets worse or last more than 5 days fever gets worse or last more than 3 days nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occurs cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts, These could be signs of a serious condition. Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) could cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Quick medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Do not use
Do not use to make a child sleepy with any other drug containing acetaminophen (Prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. in a child who is 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 child's prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product. if your child is allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product.
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if your child has liver disease glaucoma thyroid disease diabetes heart disease high blood pressure a breathing problem such as chronic bronchitis cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is taking sedatives or tranquilizers the blood thinning drug warfarin
When using this product
When using this product do not exceed recommended dose ( see overdose warning ) excitability may occur, especially in children marked drowsiness may occur sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if new symptoms occur redness or swelling is present pain, nasal congestion or cough gets worse or last more than 5 days fever gets worse or last more than 3 days nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occurs cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts, These could be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) could cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Quick medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
Directions this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use. mL =milliliter shake well before using measure only with dosing cup provided do not use with any other dosing device keep dosing cup with product do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours if needed, repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last find the right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose: otherwise us Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose ( mL) 48-95 6-11 10 mL 36-47 4-5 do not use unless directed by a doctor under 36 under 4 do not use
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients carboxymethylcellulose sodium, citric acid, D&C red #33, FD&C red #40, flavors, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucrose xanthan gum
Questions?
Questions or comments? Call 1-888-309-9030
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Dolgencorp, Inc. (DOLLAR GENERAL & REXALL) (revised Dec 6, 2023). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Acetaminophen in 1 product
- Chlorpheniramine Maleate in 1 product
- Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in 1 product
- Phenylephrine Hydrochloride in 1 product
Childrens Plus Flu NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55910-031 | Acetaminophen 160 mg/5mL; Chlorpheniramine Maleate 1 mg/5mL; Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 5 mg/5mL; Phenylephrine… Suspension | Dolgencorp, Inc. (DOLLAR GENERAL & REXALL) | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Childrens Plus Flu used for?
Uses temporarily relieves the following cold/flu symptoms: minor aches and pains sore throat cough sneezing and runny nose headache stuffy nose temporarily reduces fever
Who makes Childrens Plus Flu?
Childrens Plus Flu is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Dolgencorp, Inc. (DOLLAR GENERAL & REXALL).