Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Principal Display Panel Label Caton APAP coated Label APAP coated carton
- Principal Display Panel Label Caton APAP coated Label APAP coated carton
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 & children 12 years & over • take 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms last • do not take more than 10 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor • do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor children 6 years to under 12 years • take 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms last • do not take more than 5 tablets in 24 hours • do not use for more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor children under 6 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 non prescription). 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 the user has liver disease Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the user is 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 non prescription). 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)
Questions
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