DayQuil - Non-Drowsy Relief for Cold and Flu

DayQuil is an over-the-counter medication used for daytime relief of cold and flu symptoms, such as nasal congestion, cough, and minor aches.
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Drug
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Accessible without a prescription from pharmacies and stores.
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DayQuil FAQ


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How does DayQuil work?

Each dose of DayQuil contains active ingredients to combat flu and cold symptoms. These ingredients include: Acetaminophen is one of the most common over-the-counter (OTC) medications. This medication treats fever and pain ranging from mild to moderate. Some countries refer to this drug as paracetamol.

What is Vicks Dayquil?

Vicks DayQuil is an over-the-counter combination medication product used for the temporary relief of common cold and flu symptoms. DayQuil is available in several formulations. DayQuil was introduced in 1974 under the name " DayCare " and is currently advertised for daytime use because of its non-drowsy active ingredients.

What are DayQuil products?

DayQuil products help treat the symptoms of cough and flu. They reduce coughing, fever, pain, and congestion. The DayQuil product line includes several medications, such as capsules and liquid products. These can help treat mild to severe symptoms during the day or night.

How long does DayQuil last?

DayQuil can treat cold and flu symptoms for around 4 hours. On the other hand, DayQuil Cough products treat cough symptoms for up to 8 hours. The side effects of DayQuil are generally mild and may include: Using more than the recommended DayQuil can also lead to liver damage in rare cases.

How does Vicks Dayquil work?

Vicks DayQuil SEVERE Cold and Flu Medicine helps relieve 9 of the toughest cold and flu symptoms with proven non-drowsy ingredients and fights cold symptoms like: Chest congestion results from an accumulation of thick, hard-to-cough up mucus in the lungs and bronchial tubes.

What are the different types of DayQuil?

The most common type of DayQuil is DayQuil Cold & Flu LiquiCaps. These liquid-filled capsules deliver DayQuil medication rapidly in an easy-to-swallow pill. DayQuil LiquiCaps also come in SEVERE Cold & Flu options. DayQuil Severe contains the same ingredients as DayQuil.

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