Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Principal Display Panel Extra Strength Compare to Extra Strength Tylenol ® Caplets active ingredient Acetaminophen Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer For Adults actual size 200 CAPLETS 500 mg Each acetaminophen image
- Principal Display Panel Extra Strength Compare to Extra Strength Tylenol ® Caplets active ingredient Acetaminophen Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer For Adults actual size 200 CAPLETS 500 mg Each acetaminophen image
Overview
Uses • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: • the common cold • headache • backache • minor pain of arthritis • toothache • muscular aches • premenstrual and menstrual cramps • temporarily reduces fever
Indications & Usage
Uses • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: • the common cold • headache • backache • minor pain of arthritis • toothache • muscular aches • premenstrual and menstrual cramps • temporarily reduces fever
Dosage & Administration
Directions • do not take more than directed (see overdose warning) • Adults and children 12 years and over: • take 2 caplets every 6 hours while symptoms last • do not take more than 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor • do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor Children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take • more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours • with other drugs containing acetaminophen • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product 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. 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 you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin Stop use and ask a doctor if • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 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. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning: 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.
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 you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 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: 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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