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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Up.Do not give 4-Way Menthol to a child younger than 4 years old. Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.4-Way Menthol is usually used every 4 hours. Follow the directions on the medicine label. Never use more of this medicine than directed on the label or prescribed by your doctor. Using this medicine too long can damage the lining of your nasal passages and lead to chronic nasal congestion.To use the nasal spray:Blow your nose gently. Keep your head upright and insert the tip of the bottle into one nostril. Press your other nostril closed with your finger. Breathe in quickly and gently spray the medicine into your nose. Then use the spray in your other nostril.Do not blow your nose for at least a few minutes after using the nasal spray.If the spray gets in your eyes or mouth or on your skin, rinse with water.If the nasal spray has not been used for longer than 24 hours, prime it by spraying 1 or 2 times into a tissue.After each use, clean the tip of the spray bottle with a clean tissue or rinse it with hot water, making sure that no water gets into the medicine bottle. Keep the cap on the bottle when not in use.To use the nasal drops, lie on your back with your head tilted back. Insert the correct number of drops and remain lying in this position for several minutes. Gently turn your head from side to side.To prevent the spread of infection, do not share 4-Way Menthol with anyone else.Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 3 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache, cough, or skin rash.If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using 4-Way Menthol. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.What happens if I miss a dose?Since 4-Way Menthol is used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are on a schedule, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.What happens if I overdose?Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.Overdose symptoms may include severe dizziness or drowsiness, slow heart rate, and fainting.What should I avoid while using 4-Way Menthol?Avoid getting 4-Way Menthol in your eyes.Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, cough, or allergy medicine. Many combination medicines contain pseudoephedrine. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much of this medicine.What other drugs will affect 4-Way Menthol?Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if you are also using any other drugs, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines,
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