CVS NightTime Cold
acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hydrobromide, doxylamine succinate, and phenylephrine hydrochloride · Solution · Oral
Active ingredient
Acetaminophen 650 mg Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg Doxylamine succinate 12.5 mg Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer Cough suppressant Antihistamine Nasal decongestant
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer Cough suppressant Antihistamine Nasal decongestant
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:
• nasal congestion
• sinus congestion & pressure
• cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation
• cough to help you sleep
• minor aches & pains
• headache
• fever
• sore throat
• runny nose & sneezing
• reduces swelling of nasal passages
• temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
• promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
• more than 4 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
• glaucoma
• cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
• a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
• trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland
• a sodium-restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
• taking sedatives or tranquilizers
• taking the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product
• do not use more than directed
• excitability may occur, especially in children
• marked drowsiness may occur
• avoid alcoholic drinks
• be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
• alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness 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 at 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.
• 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
Ask a doctor before use if you have
• liver disease
• heart disease
• high blood pressure
• thyroid disease
• diabetes
• glaucoma
• cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
• a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
• trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland
• a sodium-restricted diet
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
• taking sedatives or tranquilizers
• taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
When using this product
When using this product
• do not use more than directed
• excitability may occur, especially in children
• marked drowsiness may occur
• avoid alcoholic drinks
• be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
• alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
Stop use and ask a doctor
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.
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children.
Directions
Directions
• take only as directed
• only use the dose cup provided
• do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs adults & children 12 yrs & over 30 mL every 4 hrs children 4 to under 12 yrs ask a doctor children under 4 yrs do not use
Other information
Other information
• each 30 mL contains: sodium 81 mg
• Store at room temperature. Do not refrigerate.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients citric acid, D&C Yellow No. 10, disodium edetate, FD&C Blue No. 1, flavor, glycerin, propyl gallate, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, sorbitol, sucralose
Questions?
Questions? 1-866-467-2748
Label text from the FDA structured product label by CVS PHARMACY (revised Aug 14, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Acetaminophen in 1 product
- Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in 1 product
- Doxylamine Succinate in 1 product
- Phenylephrine Hydrochloride in 1 product
CVS NightTime Cold NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51316-641 | Acetaminophen 650 mg/30mL; Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 20 mg/30mL; Doxylamine Succinate 12.5 mg/30mL; Phenylephrine… Solution | CVS PHARMACY | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is CVS NightTime Cold used for?
Uses temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • nasal congestion • sinus congestion & pressure • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation • cough to help you sleep • minor aches & pains • headache • fever • sore throat • runny nose & sneezing • reduces swelling of nasal passages • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose • promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
Who makes CVS NightTime Cold?
CVS NightTime Cold is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including CVS PHARMACY.