This combination product is used for the temporary relief of cough, sneezing, or runny nose due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies. This product contains a non-narcotic cough suppressant (such as chlophedianol, dextromethorphan). It affects a certain part of the brain (cough center) to help you stop coughing. This product also contains an antihistamine (such as triprolidine, chlorpheniramine, doxylamine) that works by blocking the effects of a certain natural substance (histamine), which causes allergy symptoms. It also has a drying effect. Talk with your doctor before using this product for a chronic cough from smoking or a cough with too much/thick mucus.
Ingredients
citric acid, FD&C Red No. 40, flavor, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sodium chloride, sorbitol, sucralose, xanthan gum
Directions & Precautions
CAUTION
Take only as recommended. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
SUITABILITY
Vicks Formula 44 is suitable for both adults and kids above 6 years of age. For kids below 6 years old, please consult a doctor.
DOSAGE INSTRUCTIONS
For adults and kids 12 years old , use 2 teaspoonsful (10 mL) per dose. For kids 6 - 11 years old, use 1 teaspoonful (5mL) per dose. For those below 6 years old, please consult a doctor. Repeat every 6 to 8 hours as needed but no more than 4 doses a day.
It is advisable to follow the recommended dosage guideline stated in pack. Please seek medical attention immediately if patient is overdosed. Do not use in persistent/chronic cough that occurs with smoking, emphysema, asthma or if the cough is accompanied with excessive mucous. Do not take without asking a doctor if you take prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitors or within two weeks after stopping the use of such drugs
