DIACARE CHILDRENS DECONGESTANT- phenylephrine hcl liquid
Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc.
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
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PediaCare Children’s Decongestant
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each 5 mL)*
Phenylephrine HCl 2.5 mg
Purpose
Nasal decongestant
*5 mL = one teaspoon
Use
temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies
Warnings
Do not use
- in a child who is 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 child’s prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product.
Ask a doctor before use
if your child has
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- thyroid disease
- diabetes
- a sodium-restricted diet
When using this product
do not exceed recommended dose
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
- symptoms do not improve within 7 days or occur with a fever
Keep out of reach of children
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
- find right dose on chart below
- use only enclosed dosing cup designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
- if needed, repeat dose every 4 hours
- do not give more than 6 times in 24 hours
Age | Does (tsp) |
Under 4 years | Do not use |
4 to 5 years | 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) |
6 to 11 years | 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) |
Attention: use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
Other information
- each teaspoon contains: sodium 14 mg
- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Protect from light. Store in outer carton until contents are used.
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do not use if bottle wrap, or foil inner seal imprinted “Safety Seal®” is broken or missing
- see bottom panel for lot number and expiration date
Inactive ingredients
carboxymethylcellulose sodium, citric acid, edetate disodium, FD&C red #40, flavors, glycerin, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sorbitol, sucralose, water
Questions or comments?
call 1-888-474-3099
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PediaCare
Children’s
Decongestant
Phenylephrine HCI oral solution
4 FL OZ (118 mL)
Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc.