Vicks DayQuil Severe Cold & Flu Medicine Liquid - Honey - 12 fl oz: Primary Active Ingredient Acetaminophen, Strength 325 mg
$12.99 ($1.08/fluid ounce)
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The Vicks DayQuil Severe Honey Cold and Flu Relief Liquid has received mixed reviews. While many guests appreciate its effectiveness in alleviating cold and flu symptoms, the taste is a significant drawback for most. The honey flavor is polarizing, with some finding it soothing and others describing it as unbearable. Despite the taste, the product is praised for its quick relief and non-drowsy formula.
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4.2 out of 5 stars with 404 reviews
quality: 2.52 out of 5
value: 2.56 out of 5
31% would recommend
58 recommendations
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
25 March, 2026
WOOF
This tastes like how fake flowers smell. I never thought DayQuil could taste worse than it already does.
1 out of 5 stars
3 January, 2026Verified purchase
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I Repeat if you are reading thisss !!!!! Turn back nowwww if you hate yourself or the person your trying to make feel better then this is your product if not turnnnnn backkkk
1 out of 5 stars
10 November, 2025Verified purchase
They do NOT ship when they claiM they will
Can't review since it hasn't even arrived. Was supposed to be here two days ago
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
30 August, 2025
Works well
Love this stuff works well for my family within 3 days cold gone
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
10 August, 2025
Taste Complainers are Babies
From someone who avidly avoids cold meds like the plague, the taste of this was SO much better than others. I don’t know why everyone is complaining when it honestly tastes like an original Ricola cough drop with a splash more medicine. It also just smelled like honey out of the bottle, which I will take ANY DAY over the classic cherries and berries of the world.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
7 November, 2024
Bad taste okay result
Horrible horrible taste, worked okay at best to make me feel slightly better but when that 4th hour hit, it came crashing down HARD I felt like I had been hit by a bus
1 reply from Vicks team - 1 year ago
We're sorry that the flavor of our DayQuil SEVERE Honey didn't appeal to you, Yua. We're also sorry that you found our product wasn't relieving your symptoms as well or for as long as you needed. Our product is evaluated as safe when used as directed, and we recommend following dosage instructions and precautions on the label carefully. If your symptoms don't improve, we recommend consulting your doctor. As well, extensive research and consumer testing goes into creating product features that will appeal to our consumers. Because symptom needs and personal preferences vary from person to person, we offer a number of product versions and flavors. We want you to have the care you need to feel better, and our Vicks Team would like to gather details of your experience to see how we can further assist you. Please give us a call at 1-800-362-1683 from 9AM — 6PM EST Monday – Friday.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
15 August, 2024
Beware of stomach pain/burning
I bought this bottle because it was $2 cheaper than the regular. Big mistake. I completely know that DayQuil and medicine can taste unpleasant and is hard to swallow. But THIS has been the worst experience ever. It not only tasted awful, but I had a burning stomachache and started panicking because I could also feel the intense burning in my chest. I’m not allergic to honey or Vicks. I couldn’t sit with the discomfort for more than 15 min and had to vomit and the burning and stomach ache went away. I’m too scared to try this product again. Do not buy.
1 reply from Vicks team - 2 years ago
Your health and safety are our top priorities, Sabrina, so we're very sorry to hear this and hope that you're feeling better. Our DayQuil Severe Cold & Flu Honey flavored liquid should help you get relief from your cold symptoms, so this certainly isn't the result we would expect. You've taken a good first step when you discontinued using that bottle, and our Safety team would like to take a further look into things so we can try to help. All of our products undergo thorough quality and safety testing, so we'd like to speak with you further; please give us a call at (800) 362-1683.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
4 August, 2024
Horrible taste, but works!
I had been so sick with cold/flu symptoms. This stuff does work, I give it 5 stars- but embrace yourself for the horrible taste!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
10 June, 2024
Terrible taste and gave me a stomach ache
Absolutely terrible taste. Immediately after taking it I got severe stomach pains/burning and combined with the taste one dose was enough. I will be throwing this almost full bottle away. Would not recommend at all
1 reply from Vicks team - 2 years ago
What you described is not expected, and we're sorry you experienced this, Kgerard. Your safety is our top priority and all our products are thoroughly evaluated to be safe when used as directed. Because you experienced stomach pain, we recommend that you stop use immediately, and reach out to your doctor if you continue to have concerns. We take your report very seriously, and have also passed along your feedback about the taste. Our Vicks Team would like to learn more details to further assist with this. Please give us a call at 1-800-362-1683 from 9AM — 6PM EST Monday – Friday.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
2 June, 2024Verified purchase
0 Stars If I Could
Where do I start? I had the absolute worst experience with this NyQuil and DayQuil. I regrettably did not read all the reviews and only read the paid promotion reviews - I will NEVER make this mistake again -. Truly I have come to warn anyone who desires to buy this type of medicine. I took a total of 7 doses of DayQuil (Honey Flavor) and 3 doses of NyQuil (Honey Flavor) before I had to give up. First of all, It didn’t NOT heal me. only made me “less” sick while also simultaneously giving me ADDITIONAL SYMPTOMS such as a dry throat, dry nose, and the worst stomach ache and pains of my LIFE! Finally, the flavor is absolutely disgusting. They advertise “Honey” so I assumed it would be sweet which would have been a nice break BUT NO THIS WAS NOTHING LIKE HONEY. If I could go back in time and prevent myself from buying this I 100% would. Please do yourself an incredible favor and buy the regular DayQuil/NyQuil. Just whatever you do, stay away from this.
1 reply from Vicks team - 2 years ago
Angel, firstly, thank you so much for using DayQuil and NyQuil. We're so sorry to hear about your experience, and that you didn't get the results you were hoping for. DayQuil and NyQuil are symptom relief products, but of course, when used as directed, they should never cause any symptoms especially with our numerous quality and safety checks. We truly hope you feel better, but if you are not, we recommend speaking with your doctor. Also, because you had this experience, we ask that you please discontinue using these products.. This isn't something we take lightly, and we'd love nothing more than to make a report to our Quality and Safety Teams, and tell you more about our LiquiCaps since you may enjoy using them more. Please call us at (800) 362-1683.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
15 May, 2024Verified purchase
Disgusting
This was the most foul tasting medicine I’ve ever taken. I almost puked after taking it. Save yourself and just take the regular DayQuil medicine. I didn’t even notice a difference in how it treated my symptoms compared to the traditional DayQuil.
1 reply from Vicks team - 2 years ago
Thanks for your review, Jennalynn. We're so sorry to learn about your experience. It certainly isn't what we'd expect given the many quality and safety checks our products go through. Please discontinue any further use of your DayQuil Severe Honey Liquid. And if you wouldn't mind calling us at (800) 362-1683, we'd like to gather some information that's on this bottle and help you out!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
28 April, 2024Verified purchase
Yuck!
So gross! The taste is unbearable. Will never buy this again.
1 reply from Vicks team - 2 years ago
We're sorry you found the flavor Unbearable, K. A lot of thought goes into the design of our products to create appealing feature. Because preferences and needs vary from person to person, we offer a range of product versions, and hope to help you find something you like better. Another option which provides maximum symptoms fighting ingredients is our Vicks DayQuil Severe Cold & Flu LiquiCaps. We want you to have the symptom care you need, and our Vicks Team would like to talk with you in more detail to further assist you with this. Please give us a call at 1-800-362-1683 from 9AM — 6PM EST Monday – Friday.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
27 April, 2024
Disgusting yet effective
Taste: horrible. As a RN I think this is a good feature to dissuade incorrect use. Symptom management: effective To manage the disgusting taste I swallow very quickly, then gargle immediately with warm salt water.
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
26 March, 2024Verified purchase
Works if you can keep it down after the horrible awful taste!
Works for sure but horrible taste. My daughter physically gagged after drinking it. When you already feel miserable, the last thing you want is one more thing to make you nearly throw up!
1 reply from Vicks team - 2 years ago
Thanks for your review, Linds. We're so sorry to learn about your daughter's experience. It certainly isn't what we'd expect given the many quality and safety checks our products go through. Please discontinue any further use of your DayQuil Severe Honey Liquid. If you wouldn't mind calling us at (800) 362-1683, we'd like to gather some information that's on this bottle and help you out.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
18 March, 2024
yuckkk
i just cant stand the taste.. one gulp and i was ready to throw the whole bottle
1 reply from Vicks team - 2 years ago
We're sorry that you can't stand our Honey flavor DayQuil, Tsikibebe. Extensive research and consumer testing goes into creating product features that are appealing to our consumers. However, we also realize that symptom needs and preferences can vary, which is why we offer a variety of options for cold & flu symptom relief.. We'd like to help you find a product that you find more agreeable, and our Vicks Team is standing by. Please give us a call at 1-800-362-1683 from 9AM — 6PM EST Monday – Friday.
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
26 February, 2024Verified purchase
Dayquil
It works, but it tastes and smells horrible. It’s worth taking because it alleviates my cold symptoms. I recommend it but, keep in mind of the taste
1 reply from Vicks team - 2 years ago
While we're glad that we've been able to help relieve your cold symptoms, Nathaniel, we're sorry to hear that our Honey flavor hasn't been a hit. We understand that flavor is a highly personal preference, so we appreciate your honest feedback and would love to help you find something that you'll enjoy more. We do offer our DayQuil Cold & Flu liquid in an orange flavor, or if you'd like to get the awesome symptom-relieving effects without worrying about flavor at all we do make LiquiCaps as well. Give us a call at (800) 362-1683, we'd be happy to help find the perfect fit for you.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
6 February, 2024
Absolutely disgusting
I know medicine isn't supposed to be appetizing and that taste is subjective, but this is the most foul-tasting syrup I've ever had in my life. Like horrible honey-flavored pond water. I spent $12 on this and am desperate to feel better so I will finish the bottle, but I will never, ever buy this again.
1 reply from Vicks team - 2 years ago
Alina, our goal is for you to enjoy getting better, so we're truly sorry to hear that you weren't the biggest fan of our Honey flavor. Flavor preferences will always vary from person to person, so we do numerous tests to get it just right. Your feedback is important, and we'd love to hear your thoughts, share them with our team, and tell you more about our other DayQuil Severe products you may enjoy more. We can be reached at (800) 362-1683.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
1 February, 2024Verified purchase
Needs a better taste
It works but I dislike the taste so much . Awful
1 reply from Vicks team - 2 years ago
We're happy you found relief, Jenny! While we understand flavor preferences vary from person to person, we try to ensure we use high-quality formulas our consumers will enjoy, and we appreciate feedback like this. If you'd like further assistance with your experience, call us at 1-800-362-1683, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST.
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
19 January, 2024Verified purchase
Try at your own risk
I’ve had 101 proof whiskey and I’ve had this. Only one made me puke and it wasn’t the whiskey.
1 reply from Vicks team - 2 years ago
There's nothing more important to us than your safety and satisfaction. Be assured that when using our DayQuil Severe as directed, we never expect this to happen. However, since some consumers are sensitive to the flavor ingredients in certain cold & flu products, we ask that you please discontinue using it. Because this isn't something we take lightly, we'd like to make a detailed report to our Safety Team and help. We can be reached at (800) 362-1683.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
18 January, 2024
YUCK
THIS TASTES TERRIBLE! Whatever you’re expecting, I promise you will NOT be ready for the nastiness of this. It almost tastes like artificial honey flavor. I wish I could describe it better but I can’t, it’s just awful. I was literally gagging. Try at your OWN RISK lol.
1 reply from Vicks team - 2 years ago
Your health and safety are our top priorities, and feedback like this is very serious to us. We perform extensive research and consumer monitors to ensure we formulate safe, effective medicines with flavors we hope you'll love, and we're sad to learn this one made you gag, Amy. Please discontinue using this product if you haven't already and set it aside for further review. We're sharing your report with the Safety Team and would like to learn more about your experience to help us improve. Please call us at 1-800-362-1683, M -F, 9 am to 6 pm EST for further assistance.