Is Theraflu age restricted?

Do not give Theraflu Cold and Cough (dextromethorphan, pheniramine, and phenylephrine powder packets) to a child younger than 12 years old without first checking with the doctor.

Do I have to be 18 to buy over-the-counter medicine?

Those under the age of 18 will no longer be able to purchase cough suppressants like NyQuil and Robitussin under a bill signed Friday by Gov. Andrew Cuomo. The new law, which takes effect in 180 days, targets over-the-counter drugs that contain dextromethorphan.

Why do you have to be 18 to buy cough medicine?

A new law went into effect on January 1st which will ban the sale of powerful cough suppressants to those under the age of 18. The targeted medications contain an ingredient called dextromethorphan (known as DXM) which when consumed in large quantities produces intoxication, a euphoric high and hallucinations.

Do you have to be 18 to buy Tylenol Cold and Flu?

U.S. only. 18 years of age or older. Maximum value of the refund equals up to $15 USD, incl. tax.

Can teenagers take Theraflu?

Severe Precaution: Risk of CNS excitation. Do not use age <6 years without clinician consult. Severe Precaution: High risk of adverse CNS effects. Not recommended for use age < 6 years.

Can a 14 year old take Theraflu?

Dosing Information & Directions Do not take more than 5 packets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor. Children under 12 years old should not take Theraflu Nighttime Severe Cold & Cough Hot Liquid Powder Medicine.

Can a 17 year old buy cough medicine?

In 2012, a new law went into effect in my home state of California that prevents teens under the age of 18 from purchasing over-the-counter (OTC) cough medicines containing dextromethorphan (DXM).

Can a 17 year old pick up a prescription UK?

If your doctor gives you a prescription, you can then take this to a pharmacist. If you live in England and are under 16, or if you are aged 16-18 and in full-time education, then your prescription is free. If you live in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, prescriptions are free at any age.

Why do you need to be 18 to buy Dayquil?

Many states have in recent years, passed laws prohibiting minors from purchasing certain over-the-counter drugs, including Nyquil. The stated intention of these laws is to cut down on under-age “abuse” of cough syrup (and related drugs) by teens.

Why do you have to be 18 to buy Dayquil?

Is Theraflu ExpressMax for kids?

Children under 12 years old should not take Theraflu ExpressMax Severe Cold & Flu Syrup. Do not take more than 5 doses (150 mL) in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor.

Can kids take Theraflu ExpressMax?

Severe Precaution: Use weight based dosing in children less than 12 years. Severe Precaution: Do not use in pediatrics <6 years of age unless clinician consultation. Severe Precaution: Risk of CNS excitation.