What is Delsym Cough + Sore Throat: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Delsym Cough + Sore Throat

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

• Liquid: Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Liquid: Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

What to do if you miss a dose of Delsym Cough + Sore Throat

Delsym Cough + Sore Throat contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to acetaminophen or dextromethorphan. Do not give any over-the-counter (OTC) cough or cold medicine to a child younger than 4 years.

Delsym Cough + Sore Throat warnings

• This medicine contains acetaminophen. Read the labels of all other medicines you are using to see if they also contain acetaminophen, or ask your doctor or pharmacist. Do not use more than 4 grams (4,000 milligrams) total of acetaminophen in one day.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, you smoke cigarettes, or you have breathing problems such as asthma, bronchitis, or emphysema.

• Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

Delsym Cough + Sore Throat interactions

• Some medicines and foods can affect how this medicine works. Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following: Medicine that contains acetaminophen Medicine that contains dextromethorphanOther cough, cold, allergy, or pain medicine

• Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine. Acetaminophen can damage your liver, and alcohol can increase this risk. If you regularly drink 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, do not take any medicines that contain acetaminophen without asking your doctor. A drink of alcohol is 12 ounces of beer, 4 ounces of wine, or 1 ounce of liquor.

• Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

• This medicine contains acetaminophen. Read the labels of all other medicines you are using to see if they also contain acetaminophen, or ask your doctor or pharmacist. Do not use more than 4 grams (4,000 milligrams) total of acetaminophen in one day.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.