BC Sinus Congestion and Pain - Warnings acetaminophen, chlorpheniramine maleate, phenylephrine hydrochloride

The FDA requires all potential medication risks for BC SINUS CONGESTION AND PAIN (acetaminophen, chlorpheniramine maleate, phenylephrine hydrochloride powder) be disclosed to consumers, no matter how rare. Here are the warnings and precautions for BC Sinus Congestion and Pain.

Warnings & Precautions

Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take

more than 5 powders in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
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.

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.
if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MOAI) (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 if you have

liver disease
high blood pressure
diabetes
thyroid disease
glaucoma
heart disease
a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking

the blood thinning drug warfarin
sedatives or tranquilizers

when using this product

do not exceed recommended dosage
drowsiness may occur
avoid alcoholic drinks
excitability may occur, especially in children
be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect

stop use & ask a doctor if

pain or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
you get nervous, dizzy, or sleepless
redness or swelling is present
new symptoms occur

if pregnant or breast-feeding

ask a health professional before use

keep out of reach of children.

Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious health problems. In the case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

This drug label information is as submitted to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is intended for informational purposes only. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911. You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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