Vicks NyQuil HOT REMEDY
Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine HCl · Powder, For Solution · Oral
Active ingredient
Active Ingredient (in each Packet) Acetaminophen 650 mg Diphenhydramine HCl 25 mg Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer Antihistamine, Cough suppressant
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer Antihistamine, Cough suppressant
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: minor aches & pains sore throat fever headache cough due to minor sore throat & bronchial irritation cough to help you sleep runny nose sneezing
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 6 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
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. with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin. 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 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
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 excitability may occur especially in children marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
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.
Directions
Directions
• take only as directed
• do not exceed 6 doses per 24 hrs
• Dissolve contents of one packet into 8 oz. of hot water and stir briskly; 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 Age Dose Adults & children 12 yrs & over one packet (dose) every 4 hours Children under 12 yrs Do not use
Other information
Other information
• each packet contains: potassium 10 mg
• phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 68 mg per dose
• store at no greater than 25°C (77°F)
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients acesulfame potassium, aspartame, carboxymethylcellulose, citric acid, D&C Yellow No. 10, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, flavor, sodium cirate, sucrose, tricalcium phosphate
Questions?
Questions? 1-800-362-1683
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Procter & Gamble Manufactura S de RL de CV (revised Dec 5, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Acetaminophen in 1 product
- Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride in 1 product
Vicks NyQuil HOT REMEDY NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58933-555 | Acetaminophen 650 mg/1; Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 25 mg/1 Powder, For Solution | Procter & Gamble Manufactura S de RL de CV | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Vicks NyQuil HOT REMEDY used for?
Uses temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: minor aches & pains sore throat fever headache cough due to minor sore throat & bronchial irritation cough to help you sleep runny nose sneezing
Who makes Vicks NyQuil HOT REMEDY?
Vicks NyQuil HOT REMEDY is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Procter & Gamble Manufactura S de RL de CV.