Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
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Overview
Uses temporarily ■ reduces fever ■ relieves minor aches and pains due to: ■ the common cold ■ flu ■ headache ■ sore throat ■ toothache
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily ■ reduces fever ■ relieves minor aches and pains due to: ■ the common cold ■ flu ■ headache ■ sore throat ■ toothache
Dosage & Administration
Directions this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use shake well before using mL = milliliter; tsp = teaspoonful find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age. if needed, repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours do not give for more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor. Dosing Chart Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (mL or tsp)* under 24 under 2 years ask a doctor 24-35 lbs 2-3 years 5 mL (1 tsp) 36-47 lbs 4-5 years 7.5 mL (1 1⁄2 tsp) 48-59 lbs 6-8 years 10 mL (2 tsp) 60-71 lbs 9-10 years 12.5 mL (2 1⁄2 tsp) 72-95 lbs 11 years 15 mL (3 tsp) *or as directed by a doctor Attention : use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes: more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount with other drugs containing acetaminophen Allergy alert acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: ■ skin reddening ■ blisters ■ rash. If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Sore throat warning If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
Purpose
Purpose Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer
Do Not Use
Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. if your child is allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product.
When Using
When using this product do not exceed recommended dose (see overdose warning)
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days new symptoms occur redness or swelling is present These could be signs of a serious condition.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222) Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Questions
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