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Acetaminophen / Dextromethorphan / Pseudoephedrine / Pyrilamine

Published: July 27, 2026Updated: August 27, 2026

This multi-ingredient medication combines a pain reliever/fever reducer, cough suppressant, decongestant, and antihistamine to provide comprehensive relief from cold, flu, and allergy symptoms. It is typically used by adults and children to address congestion, coughing, body aches, fever, and sneezing in a single product.

Quick summary

A combination cold/flu medication that relieves multiple symptoms including pain, fever, cough, nasal congestion, and runny nose.

Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial TeamLast reviewed August 27, 2026Editorial policy

Key facts at a glance

RxNorm
1007141
Generic
Acetaminophen / Dextromethorphan / Pseudoephedrine / Pyrilamine
Class
multi-ingredient
Brands
—
Availability
rx
Lactation
unknown
Routes
—
Forms
—
Regions
US, EU, CN, JP
Monitoring
—

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Temporarily relieves symptoms associated with the common cold, flu, or hay fever including nasal/sinus congestion, cough, sore throat, headache, body aches, fever, runny nose, and sneezing.

Acetaminophen reduces pain and fever; Dextromethorphan suppresses the cough reflex in the brain; Pseudoephedrine constricts blood vessels in nasal passages to reduce swelling and congestion; Pyrilamine blocks histamine to relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose and sneezing.

Do not use with other acetaminophen products to avoid overdose. Consult a doctor before use if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid problems, diabetes, or are taking other medications. Avoid alcohol. Not recommended during pregnancy without medical advice. Stop use and contact a doctor if symptoms worsen or persist beyond 7 days.

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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 27, 2026. · Read our editorial policy