How often can you take NyQuil?

Answer 1

Follow the instructions on the bottle.

If you're like me and peeled the (convenient) instructions off the bottle then later misplaced it (not so convenient) here is what I pasted off revolutionhealth.com.

How should I take Nyquil Cold Medicine (Apap/Dextromethorphan/Doxylamine/Pse)?Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended. Cough-and-cold medicines should be taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.

Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.

An overdose of acetaminophen can cause serious harm. The maximum amount of acetaminophen for adults is 1 gram (1000 mg) per dose and 4 grams (4000 mg) per day. Taking more acetaminophen could cause damage to your liver. One packet of acetaminophen, dextromethorphan, doxylamine, and pseudoephedrine powder may contain up to 1000 mg of acetaminophen. Know the amount of acetaminophen in the specific product you are taking.

Always ask your doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough or cold medicine in very young

Measure the liquid form of this medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache, cough, or skin rash.

If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time if you have used this medication within the past few days.

Store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat, light, and moisture.

Answer 2

1. read the derections on the bottle or

2. ask your doctor