What is the most important information I should know about acetaminophen/ chlorpheniramine/ dextromethorphan/ phenylpropanolamine?
Phenylpropanolamine, an ingredient in this product, has been associated with an increased
risk of hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding into the brain or into tissue surrounding the brain) in
women. Men may also be at risk. Although the risk of hemorrhagic stroke is low, the U.S. Food
and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that consumers not use any products that contain
phenylpropanolamine.
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous
activities. Acetaminophen/chlorpheniramine/dextromethorphan/phenylpropanolamine may cause
dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities.
Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while taking
acetaminophen/chlorpheniramine/dextromethorphan/phenylpropanolamine. Alcohol may also
cause damage to the liver when it is taken with acetaminophen.
What is acetaminophen/ chlorpheniramine/ dextromethorphan/ phenylpropanolamine?
Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. It is used to treat many conditions,
such as headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring
chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and
nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It suppresses an area in the brain that causes
coughing.
Phenylpropanolamine is a decongestant. It constricts (shrinks) blood vessels (veins and
arteries) allowing nasal passages to open up.
Acetaminophen/chlorpheniramine/dextromethorphan/phenylpropanolamine is used to
treat nasal congestion, sinusitis (inflammation of the sinuses), runny nose, watery eyes,
headache, body aches, and coughs associated with allergies, hay fever, and the common cold.
Phenylpropanolamine, an ingredient in this product, has been associated with an increased
risk of hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding into the brain or into tissue surrounding the brain) in
women. Men may also be at risk. Although the risk of hemorrhagic stroke is low, the U.S. Food
and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that consumers not use any products that contain
phenylpropanolamine.
Acetaminophen/chlorpheniramine/dextromethorphan/phenylpropanolamine may also be
used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
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