S-Tac Multi-Symptom Cold 100 Tablets [Designated Class 2 OTC Drug]

Product Information

For colds in the whole family (5 years of age or older)

●S-Tac Multi-Symptom Cold is a family-use cold medicine that can be taken by the whole family from 5 years of age.
●Easy-to-take film-coated tablets formulated to work effectively on the 11 symptoms of a cold.

Deviating from the specified dosage and administration of a medicine leads to serious harm to health. Always read the product instructions carefully before use and follow the dosage and administration. Even when a medicine is used correctly according to the dosage and administration, side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, stop use immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist.

●Precautions for Use
■■Things You Must Not Do■■
(Failure to follow these instructions may worsen current symptoms or increase the risk of side effects or accidents.)
1. The following persons must not take this medicine
(1) Persons who have had allergic symptoms caused by this medicine or its ingredients.
(2) Persons who have experienced asthma after taking this medicine or other cold medicines or antipyretic analgesics.
2. Do not use any of the following medicines while taking this medicine
Other cold medicines, antipyretic analgesics, sedatives, antitussive and expectorant medicines, oral medicines containing antihistamines, etc. (oral medicines for rhinitis, motion sickness medicines, allergy medicines, hypnotic sedatives, etc.)
3. Do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine
(Symptoms such as drowsiness may occur.)
4. Do not drink alcohol before or after taking this medicine
5. Do not use continuously for a long period
■■Things To Consult On■■
1. The following persons should consult a doctor, pharmacist or registered salesclerk before taking this medicine
(1) Persons receiving treatment from a doctor or dentist.
(2) Persons who are pregnant or who think they may be pregnant.
(3) Persons who are breastfeeding.
(4) Elderly persons.
(5) Persons who have had allergic symptoms caused by medicines, etc.
(6) Persons with the following symptoms.
High fever, difficulty urinating
(7) Persons who have received the following diagnoses.
Thyroid dysfunction, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, liver disease, kidney disease,
Gastric/duodenal ulcer, glaucoma
2. If any of the following symptoms appear after taking this medicine, they may be side effects. Stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist or registered salesclerk, bringing these instructions with you

Relevant Area – Symptoms
Skin – Rash/redness, itching
Digestive system – Nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite
Neuropsychiatric system – Dizziness
Respiratory system – Shortness of breath, difficulty breathing
Urinary system – Difficulty urinating
Other – Excessive drop in body temperature

The following serious symptoms may occur rarely.
In such cases, see a doctor immediately.

Symptom Name – Symptoms
Shock (anaphylaxis) – Immediately after taking this medicine, symptoms such as itching of the skin, hives, hoarseness, sneezing, itchy throat, difficulty breathing, palpitations, and clouding of consciousness may occur.

Mucocutaneous ocular syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis – Symptoms such as high fever, bloodshot eyes, eye discharge, lip sores, sore throat, widespread skin rash/redness, small bumps (small pustules) appearing on reddened skin, general fatigue, and loss of appetite may persist or suddenly worsen.

Drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome – Symptoms such as widespread redness of the skin, generalized rash, fever, general fatigue, and swelling of the lymph nodes (neck, armpits, groin, etc.) may occur.

Liver dysfunction – Symptoms such as fever, itching, rash, jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes), brown urine, general fatigue, and loss of appetite may occur.

Renal disorder – Symptoms such as fever, rash, decreased urine output, generalized swelling, general fatigue, joint pain (aching joints), and diarrhea may occur.

Interstitial pneumonia – Symptoms such as shortness of breath or difficulty breathing when climbing stairs or exerting oneself slightly, dry cough, and fever may occur. These symptoms may appear suddenly or persist.

Asthma – Symptoms such as wheezing or whistling sounds when breathing and difficulty breathing may occur.

Aplastic anemia – Symptoms such as bruising, nosebleeds, bleeding gums, fever, pale-looking skin and mucous membranes, fatigue, palpitations, shortness of breath, feeling unwell with lightheadedness, and blood in the urine may occur.

Agranulocytosis – Symptoms such as sudden high fever, chills, and sore throat may occur.

3. The following symptoms may appear after taking this medicine. If these symptoms persist or worsen, stop taking it and consult a doctor, pharmacist or registered salesclerk
Dry mouth, drowsiness

4. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medicine 5 to 6 times, stop taking it and consult a doctor, pharmacist or registered salesclerk, bringing these instructions with you



●Indications
Relief of the various symptoms of a cold (sore throat, runny nose, nasal congestion, fever, chills, headache, sneezing, cough, phlegm, joint pain, muscle pain)



●Dosage and Administration
Take the following single dose 3 times a day with water or lukewarm water, preferably within 30 minutes after meals.
Age – Single Dose
Adults (15 years of age or older) – 3 tablets
11 to 14 years of age – 2 tablets
5 to 10 years of age – 1 tablet
Under 5 years of age – Do not take this medicine

<Precautions Concerning Dosage and Administration>
(1) Strictly follow the dosage and administration.
(2) When giving this medicine to a child, have the child take it under the guidance and supervision of a parent or guardian.



●Ingredients and Amounts
Per 9 tablets (adult daily dose)
Acetaminophen – 900 mg
Chlorpheniramine maleate – 7.5 mg
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide hydrate – 48 mg
dl-Methylephedrine hydrochloride – 60 mg
Hesperidin – 45 mg
Glycyrrhiza Extract (Kanzo) – 187.5 mg (equivalent to 750 mg of Glycyrrhiza (Kanzo))
Ginger (Shokyo) powder – 150 mg
Anhydrous caffeine – 75 mg

Additives: croscarmellose Na, anhydrous silicic acid, cellulose, lactose, hypromellose, povidone, macrogol, Mg stearate, talc, titanium oxide, corn starch, ferric oxide



●Precautions for Storage and Handling
(1) Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.
(2) Keep out of reach of children.
(3) Do not transfer to another container.
(This may result in misuse or a change in quality.)
(4) Close the bottle cap tightly. If it is not closed sufficiently, the medicine may deteriorate due to moisture, etc. Also, do not handle this medicine with wet hands.
(5) The filler in the bottle is intended to prevent the tablets from breaking during transport.
It is no longer needed after opening, so remove it.
(6) Do not take this medicine after the expiration date.



●Contact Information
Direct inquiries to the store where you purchased this product or to the Customer Service Office.
SSP Co., Ltd. Customer Service Office Phone 0120-028-193
Hours: 9:00 to 17:30 (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)

Manufacturer and Distributor
SSP Co., Ltd.
3-20-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 163-1488

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