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Vicks NyQuil
Cold/Flu Relief

Try NyQuil® Cold and Flu Multi-Symptom Relief for a great night's sleep.

Trust Vicks® for safe, effective relief of your cough, cold, and flu symptoms. Always read product labels and use only as directed.

NyQuil Liquid

NyQuil Liquid is available in two flavours: original and cherry.

Ingredients | Uses | Warnings | Directions | Other Information

NyQuil LiquiCaps

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NyQuil Liquid

Ingredients

MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS per 30 mL:
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 30 mg
Doxylamine Succinate 12.5 mg
Acetaminophen 1000 mg

NON-MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS:
Original flavour: Alcohol, anethole, citric acid, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C green no. 3, FD&C yellow no. 6, high fructose corn syrup, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium citrate

Cherry flavour: Alcohol, citric acid, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, flavour, high fructose corn syrup, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium citrate

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Uses

The nighttime sniffling, sneezing, coughing, aching, fever, so you can feel better the next morning medicine.

  • Antihistamine
  • Cough Suppressant
  • Pain Reliever
  • Fever Reducer

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Warnings

CAUTION: Do not exceed recommended dosage. Do not use with other products containing acetaminophen or salicylates. If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take acetaminophen or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Acetaminophen may cause liver damage. Do not take unless directed by a doctor if you have:

  • chronic alcoholism
  • serious liver or kidney disease
  • glaucoma
  • asthma
  • chronic lung disease or shortness of breath
  • excessive phlegm (mucous), persistent or chronic cough
  • difficulty urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • recently taken (within 2 weeks) or are currently using a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions or Parkinson's disease)
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. Do not take for more than 5 days, unless directed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if symptoms do not improve, or are accompanied by high fever, or if fever lasts more than 3 days, or if cough worsens. May cause marked drowsiness; alcohol may increase the drowsiness effect. Avoid alcoholic beverages. Do not drive a motor vehicle or engage in any activities requiring alertness, while taking this product. As with any drug, if pregnant or nursing a baby, consult a doctor before using this product. If elderly, consult a doctor before using this product. In case of accidental overdose contact a doctor or Poison Control Centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.

USE ONLY AS DIRECTED BY A DOCTOR.

KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS ENOUGH MEDICINE TO SERIOUSLY HARM A CHILD.

Child Resistant Packaging: Squeeze both tabs while turning.

Tamper Evident: Do not use if neck shrinkband is broken or missing.

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Directions

Adults (12 yrs. and over): 30 mL (2 tbsp) at bedtime. If your cold keeps you confined to bed or at home, take every 6-8 hours; maximum 4 doses per day. Children under 12 years, ask a doctor. When taking other DayQuil® or NyQuil products, carefully read each label to insure correct dosing.

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Other Information

• Store at room temperature.

Questions? Call 1-800-362-1683.

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NyQuil LiquiCaps

Ingredients

MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS:
EACH NYQUIL LIQUICAPS CONTAINS:
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 15 mg
Doxylamine Succinate 6.25 mg
Acetaminophen 325 mg

NON-MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS:
D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C blue no. 1, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol, titanium dioxide

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Uses

FOR NIGHTTIME RELIEF OF COLD/FLU SYMPTOMS:

  • Relieves sniffles and sneezing
  • Calms and quiets coughing
  • Eases head and body aches
  • Reduces fever
  • Relieves minor sore throat pain
  • Helps you get the restful sleep you need by relieving major cold/flu symptoms

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Warnings

CAUTION: Do not exceed recommended dosage. Do not take with other products containing acetaminophen or salicylates. If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take acetaminophen or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Acetaminophen may cause liver damage. Do not take this product for more than 5 days. Consult a doctor if symptoms do not improve, or are accompanied by high fever, or if fever lasts more than 3 days, or if cough worsens. If sore throat is severe, persists for more than two days, or is accompanied by fever, headache, rash, nausea or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly. Do not take this product unless directed by a doctor if you have:

  • chronic alcoholism
  • serious liver or kidney disease
  • glaucoma
  • asthma
  • excessive phlegm (mucous), persistent or chronic cough
  • difficulty urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • chronic lung disease or shortness of breath
  • recently taken (within 2 weeks) or are currently using a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions or Parkinson's disease)
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. May cause marked drowsiness; alcohol may increase the drowsiness effect. Avoid alcoholic beverages while taking this product. Do not drive a motor vehicle or engage in any activities requiring alertness, while taking this product. As with any drug, if pregnant or nursing a baby, consult a doctor before using this product. If elderly, consult a doctor before using this product. In case of accidental overdose contact a doctor or Poison Control Centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.

KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS ENOUGH MEDICINE TO SERIOUSLY HARM A CHILD.

Tamper Evident: Use only if end flap seals and sealed blisters are intact.

Child Resistant Packaging

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Directions

Adults (12 yrs. and over): Take 2 LiquiCaps with water at bedtime. If your cold keeps you confined to bed or at home, take 2 LiquiCaps every 6-8 hours. Do not exceed 8 LiquiCaps per day. Children under 12 years, ask a doctor.

When taking other DayQuil® or NyQuil products, carefully read each label to insure correct dosing.

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Other Information

  • Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
Questions? Call 1-800-362-1683.

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