Theraflu Nighttime Severe Cold Relief

Uses .

[ acetaminophen ]

analgesic for reducing pain; antipyretic for reducing fever

[ diphenhydramine ]

antihistamine for relieving allergic rhinitis, sneezing, itchy/watery eyes, itchy nose/throat

Dosing .

Special Note

[ formulation clarification ]

Info: new formulation; previous formulation contained phenylephrine

12 yo and older

[ oral powder ]

Dose: 1 packet PO q4h prn; Max: 5 packets/24h; 4 g/day acetaminophen from all sources; Info: dissolve in hot water

[ oral solution ]

Dose: 30 mL PO q4h prn; Max: 150 mL/24h; Info: 4 g/day acetaminophen from all sources

renal considerations

[ acetaminophen; diphenhydramine ]

CrCl <50: consider alternatives, dose adjustment not possible with fixed-dose combo

HD/PD: consider alternatives, dose adjustment not possible with fixed-dose combo

hepatic considerations

[ acetaminophen; diphenhydramine ]

hepatic impairment: consider alternatives, dose adjustment not possible with fixed-dose combo