CVS Severe Tussin CF Max (Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan HBr) 650 mg / 20 mg

SOLUTIONORALCVS PHARMACYNDC: 69842-947Updated: Mar 2026

Active Ingredients

ACETAMINOPHEN — 650 mg

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE — 20 mg

Inactive Ingredients (Fillers)

⚠️ 3 ingredients flagged as common allergens

FD&C Red No. 40

⚠️ Yes — Dye

Colorant

Propylene Glycol

⚠️ Yes — Propylene Glycol

Solvent/Humectant

Sodium Benzoate

⚠️ Yes — Sodium Benzoate

Preservative

Anhydrous Citric Acid

pH Adjuster/Buffer

Disodium Citrate Sesquihydrate?

Buffer

Edetate Disodium

Chelating Agent

Glycerin

Humectant/Solvent

Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water

Skin Conditioner

Menthol

Flavoring/Counterirritant

Sorbitol

Sweetener/Humectant

Sucralose

Sweetener

Xanthan Gum

Thickener/Stabilizer

Ingredient	Purpose	Common Allergen?	Description
FD&C Red No. 40	Colorant	⚠️ Yes — Dye	A widely used artificial red dye. Among the most common dye allergens.
Propylene Glycol	Solvent/Humectant	⚠️ Yes — Propylene Glycol	An organic compound used as a solvent and humectant. Can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Sodium Benzoate	Preservative	⚠️ Yes — Sodium Benzoate	A food preservative. Can cause urticaria and exacerbate asthma in sensitive individuals.
Anhydrous Citric Acid	pH Adjuster/Buffer	No	Water-free citric acid used to adjust pH and enhance drug stability. Typically derived from fermentation of corn sugar.
Disodium Citrate Sesquihydrate?	Buffer	No	A sodium salt of citric acid used as a buffering agent to maintain pH stability in pharmaceutical solutions.
Edetate Disodium	Chelating Agent	No	Also known as EDTA. Binds metal ions to prevent degradation of active ingredients and preserve product stability.
Glycerin	Humectant/Solvent	No	A sugar alcohol that attracts moisture. Used as a humectant, solvent, and sweetener in many oral and topical medications. Generally well tolerated.
Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water	Skin Conditioner	No	Witch hazel distillate, a plant-derived astringent used in topical formulations to soothe and tone the skin.
Menthol	Flavoring/Counterirritant	No	A compound derived from peppermint oil that produces a cooling sensation. Used as a flavoring agent and topical counterirritant.
Sorbitol	Sweetener/Humectant	No	A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant. Can cause gastrointestinal symptoms (bloating, diarrhea) in sensitive individuals or at high doses. Relevant for those following a low-FODMAP diet.
Sucralose	Sweetener	No	A non-caloric artificial sweetener approximately 600 times sweeter than sugar. Used to improve taste in oral medications.
Xanthan Gum	Thickener/Stabilizer	No	A polysaccharide produced by bacterial fermentation, used to thicken and stabilize liquid and semi-solid formulations. Derived from corn sugar fermentation — may be relevant for corn-sensitive individuals.

Exclusion Groups

This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.

🌾Gluten 🔴Alpha-Gal Syndrome 🎨Dyes & Colorants 🍬Polyols (GI)🌱Not Vegan ☪️Halal Concern ✡️Kosher Concern 🥦Not Vegetarian

Dietary & Safety Information

Alpha-Gal Syndrome Risk

1 ingredient may contain mammalian-derived components:

Glycerin(Possible — Glycerin can be plant- or animal-derived (verify source).)

AllergenMaps

Ingredient

Purpose

Common Allergen?