Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Contac Cold Capsule
Contac Cold Capsule
| Generic name | Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan HBr, and Doxylamine Succinate (also sold as pseudoephedrine under the Contac Cold name) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Decongestants |
| Forms | Oral tablet, Oral kit, Effervescent oral tablet, Oral liquid, Liquid-filled capsule (liquid gel) |
Contac Cold is an over-the-counter combination medicine that contains a pain reliever/fever reducer, a cough suppressant, and an antihistamine. Some versions are decongestant-only products containing pseudoephedrine.
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