Theraflu Relief Max Strength
Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan HBr · Powder, For Solution · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each packet) Acetaminophen 1000 mg Chlorpheniramine maleate 4 mg Dextromethorphan HBr 30 mg
Purpose
Purposes Pain reliever/Fever reducer Antihistamine Cough suppressant
Uses
Uses ▪ temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a common cold: ▪ headache ▪ minor aches and pains ▪ cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation ▪ minor sore throat pain ▪ runny nose ▪ temporarily reduces fever
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 ▪ in a child under 12 years of age ▪ if you are allergic to acetaminophen ▪ 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 a MAO, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. Ask a doctor before use if you have ▪ liver disease ▪ glaucoma ▪ trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland ▪ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis ▪ cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) ▪ cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are ▪ taking the blood thinning drug warfarin ▪ taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product ▪ avoid alcoholic drinks ▪ marked drowsiness may occur ▪ alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness ▪ be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery ▪ excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if ▪ pain 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. Prompt 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 ▪ in a child under 12 years of age ▪ if you are allergic to acetaminophen ▪ 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 a MAO, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have ▪ liver disease ▪ glaucoma ▪ trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland ▪ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis ▪ cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) ▪ cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are ▪ taking the blood thinning drug warfarin ▪ taking sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
When using this product ▪ avoid alcoholic drinks ▪ marked drowsiness may occur ▪ alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness ▪ be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery ▪ 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 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. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt 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 use more than directed ▪ take every 6 hours, while symptoms persist. Do not take more than 3 packets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor. Age Dose adults and children 12 years of age and over one packet children under 12 years of age do not use ▪ dissolve contents of one packet into 8 oz. hot water; sip while hot. Consume entire drink within 10-15 minutes. ▪ if using a microwave, add contents of one packet to 8 oz. of cool water; stir briskly before and after heating. Do not overheat
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients anhydrous citric acid, Caramel, flavor, maltodextrin, potassium chloride, silica, sucralose, sucrose
Questions?
Questions or comments? 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 2 products
- Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in 2 products
- Chlorpheniramine Maleate in 1 product
Theraflu Relief Max Strength NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51316-539 | Acetaminophen 1000 mg/1; Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 30 mg/1 Powder, For Solution | CVS PHARMACY | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 51316-549 | Acetaminophen 1000 mg/1; Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 30 mg/1; Chlorpheniramine Maleate 4 mg/1 Powder, For Solution | CVS PHARMACY | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Theraflu Relief Max Strength used for?
Uses ▪ temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a common cold: ▪ headache ▪ minor aches and pains ▪ cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation ▪ minor sore throat pain ▪ runny nose ▪ temporarily reduces fever
Who makes Theraflu Relief Max Strength?
Theraflu Relief Max Strength is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including CVS PHARMACY.