Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Principal Display Panel NDC 55154-5787-5 CHILDREN’S ACETAMINOPHEN ORAL SUSPENSION 160 mg per 5 mL 5 UNIT-DOSE CUPS 160mg per 5mL bag label
- Principal Display Panel NDC 55154-5787-5 CHILDREN’S ACETAMINOPHEN ORAL SUSPENSION 160 mg per 5 mL 5 UNIT-DOSE CUPS 160mg per 5mL bag label
Overview
Uses temporarily: • reduces fever • relieves minor aches and pain due to: o the common cold o flu o headache o sore throat o toothache
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily: • reduces fever • relieves minor aches and pain due to: o the common cold o flu o headache o sore throat o toothache
Dosage & Administration
Directions ▪ this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use ▪ do not take more than directed (see overdose warning) ▪ shake well before using ▪ mL = milliliter ▪ find the right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age ▪ repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last ▪ do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours Weight (lbs) Age (yr) Dose (mL) or as directed by a doctor Under 24 Under 2 Ask a doctor 24-35 2-3 years 5 mL 36-47 4-5 years 7.5 mL 48-59 6-8 years 10 mL 60-71 9-10 years 12.5 mL 72-95 11 years 15 mL
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Liver warning : This product contains 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 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. Ask a doctor before use if your child has liver disease. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin. When using this product, do not exceed the recommended dose (see overdose warning) 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.
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of the 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 children even if you do not notice any sign or symptoms
Storage & Handling
Other information • each 5 mL contains: sodium 2 mg • Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature] • protect from freezing • a red, berry flavored suspension supplied in the following oral dosage form Overbagged with 5 x 5 mL unit dose cup in each bag, NDC 55154-5787-5 WARNING: This Unit Dose package is not child resistant and is Intended for Institutional Use Only. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.
Questions
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