About Vicks NyQuil Cold & Flu Relief Liquid
Vicks NyQuil Cold & Flu Liquid Medicine offers fast and powerful relief for your worst cold and flu symptoms, ensuring you get the rest you need when illness strikes. This multi-symptom relief formula tackles headache, fever, sore throat, minor aches and pains, sneezing, runny nose, and cough due to throat and bronchial irritation. When you need effective nighttime relief, trust NyQuil to start working quickly, so you can sleep without interruptions. As the #1 pharmacist-recommended nighttime cough, cold, and flu brand, Vicks has been a trusted name for over 125 years.
Key Benefits & Features
- Fast, powerful relief for headache, fever, sore throat, and cough
- Temporarily alleviates common cold and flu symptoms for restful sleep
- Quick onset of action to help you sleep soundly
- Trusted formula to help you power through illness
- World’s #1 selling OTC cough and cold brand
- Recommended by pharmacists for nighttime relief
Vicks NyQuil Cold & Flu Relief Liquid FAQs
What is NyQuil?
NyQuil is an over-the-counter medication that treats nighttime symptoms of the common cold and flu, such as sneezing, sore throat, headache, minor aches and pains, fever, runny nose, and cough.
What does NyQuil do?
NyQuil relieves symptoms so you can get the rest you need.
How often can I take NyQuil?
Adults and children 12 years of age or older can take NyQuil every six hours.
How much NyQuil can I take?
If you are taking NyQuil LiquiCaps, you can take two LiquiCaps with water every six hours. If you are taking NyQuil Liquid, you can take 30 ml every six hours.
How long does it take for NyQuil to work?
This depends on many factors, but it usually takes about 30 minutes for NyQuil to start working.
How much NyQuil is safe?
You should not exceed four doses of NyQuil in a 24-hour period.
How much alcohol is in NyQuil?
NyQuil Liquid contains 10 percent alcohol, while NyQuil LiquiCaps do not contain alcohol. Alcohol-Free NyQuil Cold & Flu Nighttime Relief Liquid is also alcohol-free.
Can I give NyQuil to a child?
Children under the age of 12 should not take NyQuil. However, children ages six to 11 may take Children’s NyQuil (15 mL every six hours), and those ages four to six may take it if prescribed by a doctor. Children under four years old should not take Children’s NyQuil.
Can I take NyQuil while pregnant or breast-feeding?
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, check with your health professional before taking NyQuil to determine if it is safe for you.
What is the active ingredient in NyQuil?
NyQuil has three active ingredients: acetaminophen (a pain reliever/fever reducer), dextromethorphan HBr (a cough suppressant), and doxylamine succinate (an antihistamine).
Does NyQuil expire?
Yes, NyQuil does expire. Do not use it beyond the expiration date on the package.
What are the side effects of NyQuil?
NyQuil may cause marked drowsiness, so it is important to avoid alcoholic drinks when taking it and to be careful when driving or operating machinery. In children, NyQuil may cause excitability.
Will NyQuil make me sleepy?
Yes, NyQuil can make you sleepy.
What’s the difference between NyQuil and NyQuil SEVERE?
NyQuil SEVERE includes an additional ingredient: 10 mg of phenylephrine HCl, a nasal decongestant, providing maximum relief for severe symptoms.
Are there any warnings I should be aware of when taking NyQuil?
Warnings include the risk of severe liver damage from taking more than four doses in 24 hours, taking NyQuil with other acetaminophen-containing medications, or consuming three or more alcoholic drinks daily while using NyQuil. Consult a doctor if a severe sore throat persists for more than two days or is accompanied by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting. Always read the label carefully and use NyQuil as directed.
Can I take NyQuil if I have high blood pressure?
For those with high blood pressure, certain medications, especially decongestants, can raise blood pressure. NyQuil HBP is formulated without decongestants for those with high blood pressure.
Ingredients
Active ingredients:
Acetaminophen(650mg), dextromethorphan hbr(30mg), doxylamine succinate(12.5mg).
Inactive ingredients:
Alcohol, citric acid, d&c yellow 10, fd&c green 3, fd&c yellow 6, flavor, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sorbitol, sucralose, xanthan gum.
