DayTime Cold Flu
Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride · Capsule, Liquid Filled · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each softgel) Acetaminophen 325 mg Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer Cough suppressant Nasal decongestant
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves common cold and flu symptoms: minor aches & pains headache sore throat nasal congestion fever sinus pressure cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning : This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours 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 diabetes heart disease thyroid disease high blood pressure trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage. Stop use and ask a doctor if pain, cough, or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur 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. Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious 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 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 diabetes heart disease thyroid disease high blood pressure trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
When using this product
When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if pain, cough, or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur 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. Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious 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 for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms
Directions
Directions do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning) do not take more than 4 doses in 24 hours adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 softgels with water every 4 hours swallow whole; do not crush, chew, or dissolve children under 12 years: do not use when using other Daytime or Nighttime products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, lecithin, light mineral oil, mannitol, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol, white ink
Questions?
Questions or comments? Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday- Friday 9AM- 5PM EST
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Harris Teeter, LLC (revised Sep 16, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Acetaminophen in 2 products
- Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in 2 products
- Phenylephrine Hydrochloride in 2 products
- Guaifenesin in 1 product
DayTime Cold Flu NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69256-898 | Acetaminophen 325 mg/1; Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg/1; Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 5 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Harris Teeter, LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 79481-5100 | Acetaminophen 325 mg/15mL; Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg/15mL; Guaifenesin 200 mg/15mL; Phenylephrine… Solution | Meijer, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is DayTime Cold Flu used for?
Uses temporarily relieves common cold and flu symptoms: minor aches & pains headache sore throat nasal congestion fever sinus pressure cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
Who makes DayTime Cold Flu?
DayTime Cold Flu is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Harris Teeter, LLC, Meijer, Inc..