Mucinex Fast-Max Cold and Flu

ACETAMINOPHEN, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, AND DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE ORAL HUMAN OTC DRUG

Mucinex Fast-Max Cold and Flu is an FDA drug label for the active ingredient ACETAMINOPHEN, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, AND DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE manufactured by Reckitt Benckiser LLC 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 20260513.

Generic name
ACETAMINOPHEN, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, AND DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE
Manufacturer
Reckitt Benckiser LLC
Product type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route
ORAL
Dosage form
N/A
NDC
63824-514
Application
M012
Label effective
20260513

About this product

Mucinex Fast-Max Cold and Flu is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is ACETAMINOPHEN, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, AND DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE. It is labelled by Reckitt Benckiser LLC taken by oral and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 63824-514, application M012, label effective 20260513. 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, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, AND DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE are most often described in connection with: temporarily relieves, common cold, flu symptoms, nasal congestion, headache cough, minor aches, pains sore, throat sinus. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.

Active ingredients

Active ingredients (in each caplet) Purposes Acetaminophen 325 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Cough suppressant Guaifenesin 200 mg Expectorant Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg Nasal decongestant

Indications & Usage

Uses temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: nasal congestion headache cough minor aches and pains sore throat sinus congestion and pressure temporarily reduces fever helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive

Dosage & Administration

Directions do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning ) do not take more than 12 caplets in any 24-hour period adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 caplets every 4 hours children under 12 years of age: do not use

Warnings

Warnings Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: more than 12 caplets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily 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. Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease heart disease diabetes high blood pressure thyroid disease trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product do not use more than directed Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur pain, nasal congestion, or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness or swelling is present new symptoms occur cough comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

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.

RecallProductFirmClassStatusReported
D-1517-2016 Mucinex Sinus-Max Day Night, 60 caplets, Dist. by Reckitt Benckiser, Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224 UPC 363824951737 NDC 63824-207-60 Reckitt Benckiser LLC Class III Terminated 20160928
D-1363-2015 Mucinex Fast Max Cold, Flu & Sore Throat, Maximum Strength, Acetaminophen Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, Dextromethorphan HBr Cough Suppressant, Guaifenesin Expectorant, Phenylephrine HCl Nasal Decongestant, 6 fl oz (180 mL) Bottle, For Ages 12+, , Dist. By: Reckitt Benckiser Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224 Made in India, NDC 63824-015-66, UPC 63824-01565-1 Reckitt Benckiser LLC Class I Terminated 20150902
D-1365-2015 Mucinex Fast-Max Cold & Sinus, Maximum Strength, Acetaminophen Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, Guaifenesin Expectorant, Phenylephrine HCl Nasal Decongestant, 6 fl oz (180 mL) Bottle, For Ages 12+, Dist. by: Reckitt Benckiser Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224 Made in India, NDC 63824-016-66, UPC 63824-01665-8 Reckitt Benckiser LLC Class I Terminated 20150902
D-1367-2015 Mucinex Fast Max Severe Congestion & Cough, Maximum Strength, Dextromethorphan HBr Cough Suppressant, Guaifenesin Expectorant, Phenylephrine HCl Nasal Decongestant, 6 fl oz (180 mL) Bottle, For Age 12+, Dist. By: Reckitt Benckiser Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224, Made in India, NDC 63824-014-66, UPC 6382401465-4 Reckitt Benckiser LLC Class I Terminated 20150902
D-1368-2015 Mucinex Fast Max Day Time Severe Congestion & Cough Night Time Cold & Flu, Maximum Strength, Two - 6 fl oz (180 mL) bottles Total - 12 fl oz (360 mL), For Ages 12+, Dist. by Reckitt Benckiser Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224, Made in India, NDC 63824-528-22-01, NDC 63824-528-22-00, UPC 63824-52822-9 Reckitt Benckiser LLC Class I Terminated 20150902

Frequently asked questions

What is Mucinex Fast-Max Cold and Flu used for?
Uses temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: nasal congestion headache cough minor aches and pains sore throat sinus congestion and pressure temporarily reduces fever helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive

Who makes Mucinex Fast-Max Cold and Flu?
Reckitt Benckiser LLC is the labeler of record for Mucinex Fast-Max Cold and Flu.

What form does Mucinex Fast-Max Cold and Flu 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 Mucinex Fast-Max Cold and Flu 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.

Has Mucinex Fast-Max Cold and Flu 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.