MUCINEX FAST-MAX Maximum Strength Cold Flu & Sore Throat Packets

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) Emergency overview This product is regulated by the US FDA as an over-the-counter, monograph drug. WARNINGS Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: *more than 6 packets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount. *with other drugs containing acetaminophen. *3 or more alcoholic drinks daily while using this product. Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, swelling, 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. Do not use 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 the product. Ask a doctor before use if you have: *Liver disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, diabetes, 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) ; a sodium-reduced diet. 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 rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use. Do not use for children under 12 years of age. 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 of symptoms.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Eye, Skin contact, Inhalation, Ingestion. Eyes No risks anticipated in normal use. Skin No risks anticipated in normal use. Inhalation No risks anticipated in normal use. Ingestion No risks anticipated in normal use. Avoid occupational ingestion. Target organs Eyes. Respiratory system. Skin.

Potential chronic health

The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects. Signs and symptoms May cause irritation. OSHA regulatory status This product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.

Environmental effects

See section 12