DRx Choice maximum strength Severe Cough plus sore throat
DRx Choice maximum strength Severe Cough plus sore throat is an FDA drug label for the active ingredient ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR manufactured by RARITAN PHARMACEUTICALS administered by ORAL. This page reproduces the FDA-approved indications and usage, dosage, contraindications, warnings, and adverse reactions exactly as published in the drug label. Data source: openFDA (U.S. FDA), label effective 20260909.
- Generic name
- ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR
- Manufacturer
- RARITAN PHARMACEUTICALS
- Product type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
- Route
- ORAL
- Dosage form
- N/A
- NDC
- 68163-749
- Application
- M012
- Label effective
- 20260909
About this product
DRx Choice maximum strength Severe Cough plus sore throat is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR. It is labelled by RARITAN PHARMACEUTICALS taken by oral and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 68163-749, application M012, label effective 20260909. It is one of 15 FDA drug label records sharing the active ingredient ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.
What it is used for
Across FDA labelling, products containing ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR are most often described in connection with: temporarily relieves, symptoms occurring, cold flu, cough due, minor throat, bronchial irritation, pains sore, reduces fever. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.
Active ingredients
Indications & Usage
Uses ▪ temporarily relieves these symptoms occurring with a cold or flu: ▪ cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation ▪ minor aches and pains ▪ sore throat ▪ headache ▪ temporarily reduces fever
Dosage & Administration
Directions ▪ do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period ▪ do not exceed recommended dosage. Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause serious liver damage. ▪ measure only with dosing cup provided ▪ keep dosing cup with product ▪ mL = milliliter ▪ this adult product is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age Age dose adults and children 12 years and over 20 mL every 4 hours children under 12 years do not use
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning : This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take ▪ more than 6 doses in any 24 hours period, 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. Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
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View labelHow products containing ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR compare
FDA lists 15 drug label records with ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR as the active ingredient. The most common dosage forms and the manufacturers with the most records are summarised below; strengths, pack sizes and inactive ingredients can still differ between apparently similar products.
| Dosage form | Products | Manufacturer | Products |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | CVS PHARMACY | 3 |
| — | — | AMERISOURCE BERGEN | 1 |
| — | — | CARDINAL HEALTH 110, LLC. DBA LEADER | 1 |
| — | — | CVS WOONSOCKET PRESCRIPTION CENTER, INCORPORATED | 1 |
| — | — | Genexa Inc. | 1 |
Recall and safety notices
5 FDA recall record(s) match this product name or manufacturer. A match means the firm or product name appears in the enforcement report; confirm lot numbers and dates against the official FDA notice before acting.
| Recall | Product | Firm | Class | Status | Reported |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D-0232-2017 | CVS Health Homeopathic Infants Teething Tablets 135 count bottle Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc. One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895 NDC 59779-860-03 UPC 0504284162 | Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | Class II | Terminated | 20170104 |
| D-0234-2017 | CVS pharmacy Kids' Ear Relief Oral Liquid 0.85 oz (25 mL) Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc. One CVS Drive Woonsocket RI 02895 NDC 59779-687-02 UPC 77815909639 | Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | Class II | Terminated | 20170104 |
| D-0233-2017 | Kids' Relief Ear Relief Oral Liquid 0.85 fl oz. (25 mL) 3025 de'l Assomption Blvd. Montreal, QC H1N 2H2 Canada NDC 60512-913-8 UPC 77815909639 | Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | Class II | Terminated | 20170104 |
| D-026-2013 | Wal-Mucil 100% Natural Fiber, 100% Natural Psyllium Seed Husk, Fiber Laxative/Supplement, a)160 capsules per bottle (item #503663), and b) 320 capsules per bottle (Item #586143), Distributed by: Walgreen Co., 200 Wilmot Road, Deerfield, IL 60015-4616, www.walgreens.com, a) UPC 3-11917-08151-9, b) UPC 3-11917-07658-4 | Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | Class II | Terminated | 20121031 |
| D-028-2013 | Berkley & Jensen Fiber Capsules, Fiber Laxative/Fiber Supplement, 100% Natural Psyllium Fiber, 400 capsules per bottle, Distributed by: BJWC, 25 Research Drive, Westborough, MA 01581, Made in USA, UPC 4-00016-27053-2. | Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | Class II | Terminated | 20121031 |
Frequently asked questions
What is DRx Choice maximum strength Severe Cough plus sore throat used for?
Uses ▪ temporarily relieves these symptoms occurring with a cold or flu: ▪ cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation ▪ minor aches and pains ▪ sore throat ▪ headache ▪ temporarily reduces fever
Who makes DRx Choice maximum strength Severe Cough plus sore throat?
RARITAN PHARMACEUTICALS is the labeler of record for DRx Choice maximum strength Severe Cough plus sore throat. 15 FDA label records share the active ingredient ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR, so generic and branded versions may come from different companies; the manufacturer named on your pack is the one that matters for any enquiry.
What form does DRx Choice maximum strength Severe Cough plus sore throat come in?
administered by oral. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.
Is DRx Choice maximum strength Severe Cough plus sore throat prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human otc drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.
Are there other products containing ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR?
Yes. 15 FDA drug label records list ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR as the active ingredient. Products with the same active ingredient can usually be substituted only when a prescriber or pharmacist confirms it is appropriate.
Has DRx Choice maximum strength Severe Cough plus sore throat been recalled?
5 FDA recall record(s) match this product name or manufacturer. Review the recall and safety notices section on this page and confirm lot numbers against the official FDA enforcement report.
Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.
This page reproduces FDA Structured Product Labelling data for identification and reference. It is not medical advice, does not diagnose or treat any condition, and does not sell or price any medicine.