Pain Relief Extra Strength Acetaminophen 500 mg ACETAMINOPHEN ACETAMINOPHEN STARCH, CORN STEARIC ACID POVIDONE SODIUM STARCH GLYCOLATE TYPE A CORN AZ328
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Principal Display Panel Pain Relief Pain Relief
- Principal Display Panel Pain Relief Pain Relief
Overview
Use(s) temporary relief of minor aches and pains associated with ■ common cold ■ headache ■ toothache ■ muscular aches ■ backache ■ arthritis ■ menstrual cramps ■ and reduction of fever
Indications & Usage
Use(s) temporary relief of minor aches and pains associated with ■ common cold ■ headache ■ toothache ■ muscular aches ■ backache ■ arthritis ■ menstrual cramps ■ and reduction of fever
Dosage & Administration
Directions ■ do not use 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 8 caplets 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 4000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount 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 if you are allergic to acetaminophen with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. Ask a doctor before use if liver disease Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms do not improve pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days new symptoms occur redness or swelling is present a rare sensitivity reaction occurs You may report side effects to 1-888-952-0050 Pregnancy/Breastfeeding ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children In case of accidental overdose, contact a doctor or Poison Control Center immediately. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms. Do not exceed recommended dosage. Overdose Warning Overdose Warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get 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.
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer
Do Not Use
Do not use if you are allergic to acetaminophen with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms do not improve pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days new symptoms occur redness or swelling is present a rare sensitivity reaction occurs You may report side effects to 1-888-952-0050
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children In case of accidental overdose, contact a doctor or Poison Control Center immediately. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms. Do not exceed recommended dosage.
Storage & Handling
Storage ■ store between 20º-25ºC (68º-77ºF)
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