Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
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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 tablets every 6 hours while symptoms last ■ do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor ■ do not take 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 4,000mg 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 are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Adverse Reactions
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.
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 are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product
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.
Storage & Handling
Other Information: ■ store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) ■ do not use if imprinted safety seal under cap is broken or missing
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