Acetaminophen and Chlorpheniramine Maleate
Brand names: Yinchiao
A combination medicine containing acetaminophen (pain reliever and fever reducer) and chlorpheniramine maleate (antihistamine). It is sold under the brand name YINCHIAO.
What it is used for
Temporarily relieves symptoms associated with the common cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies: minor aches and pains, headache, muscular aches, fever, sore throat, sneezing, itching of the nose or throat, runny nose, itchy, watery eyes.
How it is taken
Adults and children 12 years and older: Take 6 tablets every 4 hours, not more than 36 tablets in 24 hours. Children 6 to under 12 years: Take 3 tablets every 4 hours, not more than 18 tablets in 24 hours. Children under 6 years: consult a doctor.
Warnings
- The label includes a warnings section; specific warnings are not detailed in the provided source.
Frequently asked questions
What is YINCHIAO used for?
According to the FDA label, it temporarily relieves symptoms of the common cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies, such as minor aches, headache, fever, sore throat, sneezing, runny nose, and itchy, watery eyes.
How many tablets can an adult take?
The label says adults and children 12 years and older can take 6 tablets every 4 hours, but no more than 36 tablets in 24 hours.
Can children under 6 take this medicine?
The label says to consult a doctor for children under 6 years.
What are the active ingredients?
The active ingredients are acetaminophen (pain reliever-fever reducer) and chlorpheniramine maleate (antihistamine).
Is this medicine for allergies?
Yes, the label states it is for symptoms of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies.
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Sources
- FDA label for Acetaminophen and Chlorpheniramine Maleate (DailyMed) — U.S. FDA / DailyMed
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