Is Vicks DayQuil Cold and Flu Medicine, 12 fl oz, Powerful Relief, Relieves Cough, Sore Throat, Fever, Congestion Alpha-Gal Friendly?
Description
A 12 fl oz liquid with a syrupy texture and pronounced medicinal, slightly sweet, cooling taste. Commonly taken orally with the included dosing cup for daytime symptom relief; shoppers note fast-acting congestion and cough reduction, divisive flavor—some call it harsh—plus convenient bottle size and predictable dosing. Availability is often praised.
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Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly
- glycerin
glycerin
Dietitian noteGlyceride (also called e422) can come from both animal and plant sources. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.
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Description
A 12 fl oz liquid with a syrupy texture and pronounced medicinal, slightly sweet, cooling taste. Commonly taken orally with the included dosing cup for daytime symptom relief; shoppers note fast-acting congestion and cough reduction, divisive flavor—some call it harsh—plus convenient bottle size and predictable dosing. Availability is often praised.
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Ingredients
Active Ingredients (in each 15ml Tablespoon) - Purpose. Acetaminophen 325mg - Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer. Dextromethorphan HBr 10mg - Cough Suppressant. Phenylephrine HCl 5mg - Nasal Decongestant. Inactive Ingredients: Citric Acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, Flavor, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Saccharin Sodium, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Sorbitol, Sucralose, Xanthan Gum.
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What is a Alpha-Gal Friendly diet?
An Alpha-Gal diet eliminates mammalian meat and products containing mammalian-derived ingredients to prevent allergic reactions in people with alpha-gal syndrome. This includes beef, pork, lamb, dairy products, gelatin, and certain medications derived from mammals. The condition involves a specific sugar molecule found in most mammals, often triggered after a tick bite. People may experience delayed allergic reactions 3-6 hours after consuming trigger foods. The diet focuses on safe alternatives like poultry, fish, and plant-based proteins. When followed carefully, often with guidance from an allergist or dietitian, it can prevent serious reactions while maintaining adequate nutrition.
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Yes! We believe this product is dairy free as there are no dairy ingredients listed on the label.
Details →This product may or may not be gluten free as it lists 1 ingredient that could contain gluten depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.
Details →Where to buy
Vicks DayQuil Cold and Flu Medicine, 12 fl oz, Powerful Relief, Relieves Cough, Sore Throat, Fever, Congestion is available at 5 retailers
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