CVS Childrens

Acetaminophen and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide · Suspension · Oral

Over the counter Sigma-1 Agonist Uncompetitive N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor Antagonist Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist

Active ingredient

Active ingredients (in each 5 mL) Purposes Acetaminophen 160 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer Chlorpheniramine maleate 1 mg Antihistamine Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg Cough suppressant

Purpose

Active ingredients (in each 5 mL) Purposes Acetaminophen 160 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer Chlorpheniramine maleate 1 mg Antihistamine Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg Cough suppressant

Uses

Uses
• temporarily relieves the following cold/flu symptoms:
• minor aches and pains
• headache
• sore throat
• sneezing and runny nose
• cough
• temporarily reduces fever

Warnings

Warnings 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 containing acetaminophen 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.
• to make a child sleepy
• 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 has ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients Ask a doctor before use if your child has
• liver disease
• a breathing problem such as chronic bronchitis
• glaucoma
• persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma
• cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child is
• taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
• taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product
• do not exceed recommended dose (see overdose warning )
• marked drowsiness may occur
• sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
• excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if
• pain or cough gets worse or lasts more than 5 days
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• new symptoms occur
• redness or swelling is present
• 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 In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222) Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Do not use

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.
• to make a child sleepy
• 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 has ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients

Ask a doctor before use

Ask a doctor before use if your child has
• liver disease
• a breathing problem such as chronic bronchitis
• glaucoma
• persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma
• cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)

Ask a doctor or pharmacist

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child is
• taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
• taking sedatives or tranquilizers

When using this product

When using this product
• do not exceed recommended dose (see overdose warning )
• marked drowsiness may occur
• sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
• excitability may occur, especially in children

Stop use and ask a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if
• pain or cough gets worse or lasts more than 5 days
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• new symptoms occur
• redness or swelling is present
• 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.

Directions

Directions
• this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
• do not give more than directed (see overdose warning )
• shake well before using
• mL = milliliter
• find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
• remove the child protective cap and squeeze your child's dose into the dosing cup
• repeat dose every 4 hours, while symptoms last
• do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (mL) under 36 under 4 years do not use 36-47 4 to 5 years do not use unless directed by a doctor 48-95 6 to 11 years 10 mL Attention: use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.

Other information

Other information
• each 5 mL contains: sodium 3 mg
• store at room temperature TAMPER-EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED INNER SEAL UNDER CAP IS TORN OR MISSING

Inactive ingredients

Inactive ingredients anhydrous citric acid, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, D&C Red No. 33, edetate disodium, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, flavors, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, propyl gallate, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, sucrose, xanthan gum

Questions?

Questions or comments? 1-866-467-2748

Label text from the FDA structured product label by CVS (revised Aug 19, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Acetaminophen in 2 products
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in 2 products
Chlorpheniramine Maleate in 1 product

CVS Childrens NDC products (2)

NDC	Strength & form	Labeler	Type
69842-792	Acetaminophen 160 mg/5mL; Chlorpheniramine Maleate 1 mg/5mL; Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 5 mg/5mL Suspension	CVS	OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
51316-650	Acetaminophen 160 mg/5mL; Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 5 mg/5mL Suspension	CVS PHARMACY	OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is CVS Childrens used for?

Uses • temporarily relieves the following cold/flu symptoms: • minor aches and pains • headache • sore throat • sneezing and runny nose • cough • temporarily reduces fever

Who makes CVS Childrens?

CVS Childrens is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including CVS, CVS PHARMACY.