What is Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night? Uses, warnings & side effects

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Mucinex Sinus-Max Pressure & Pain, Mucinex Sinus-Max, Mucinex Sinus-Max Severe Congestion & Pain, Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night, Mucinex Sinus-Max Severe Congestion Relief, CCP, Daytime/Nighttime Sinus Relief, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Cold+Head Congestion Severe, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Sinus Relief, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Sinus Relief Day/Night, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Sinus Severe, Good Sense Mucus Relief Cold & Sinus, Good Sense Sinus Congestion & Pain Severe, Mucinex Fast-Max Cold & Sinus, Mucinex Fast-Max Congestion & Headache

Generic Names:

  • Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night

Uses:

  • Treats cold, flu, and allergy symptoms such as stuffy nose, fever, and mild aches, relieves sinus headaches, and helps loosen mucus.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Analgesic/Decongestant/Expectorant Combination

Forms:

  • Liquid, Long Acting Tablet, Tablet

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth

What is Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night used for?

What form(s) does Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night come in?

  • Liquid

  • Long Acting Tablet

  • Tablet

What are common Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night dosages?

  • Box 24 Capsules Therapy Pack

How to take Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night

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

  • Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.

  • Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

  • 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.

  • Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

  • 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.

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

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

  • Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.

What to do if you miss a dose of Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night

Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night contraindications - Who shouldn't take Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night?

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

Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night warnings

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, an eye problem such as glaucoma, a thyroid, liver, or kidney problem, or an enlarged prostate.

  • Tell your doctor if your symptoms get worse after 2 or 3 days of treatment, or if they do not improve after 7 days.

  • 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.

  • This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or use machines if you are not alert.

  • Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

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

  • Seizures or tremors

  • Severe headache

  • Trouble breathing

  • Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night interactions & what to avoid when taking Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night

  • Do not take this medicine if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (MAOI) within the past 14 days.

  • Some medicines and foods can affect how this medicine works. Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following: Digoxin, guanethidine, indomethacin, mecamylamine, methyldopa, reserpineBeta-blockers (such as atenolol, labetalol, metoprolol), medicine that contains acetaminophen, veratrum alkaloids

  • 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.

  • Tell your doctor if you use anything else that makes you sleepy. Some examples are allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, and alcohol.

  • Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

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

Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night side effects - How does Mucinex Sinus-Max Day/Night make you feel?

Serious Side Effects

  • Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting

  • Severe headache

  • Trouble breathing

  • Painful urination

  • Seizures or tremors

  • Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Confusion, depression, fear, or anxiety

  • Fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat

  • Hearing or seeing things that are not really there

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Rash or pale skin

  • Trouble sleeping

  • Dry mouth or heavy sweating

  • Nausea or vomiting

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