CounterAct Childrens Pain Reliever Acetaminophen ACETAMINOPHEN ACETAMINOPHEN ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID BUTYLPARABEN CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUM, UNSPECIFIED CARRAGEENAN MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE FD&C RED NO. 40 GLYCERIN HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP HYDROXYETHYL CELLULOSE (4000 MPA.S AT 1%) PROPYLENE GLYCOL SODIUM BENZOATE SORBITOL WATER Red cherry
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
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Overview
Use temporarily: • reduces fever • relieves minor aches and pains due to: o the common cold o flu o headache o sore throat o toothache
Indications & Usage
Use temporarily: • reduces fever • relieves minor aches and pains due to: o the common cold o flu o headache o sore throat o toothache
Dosage & Administration
Directions • do not give more than directed (see Liver warning) • shake well before use • find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age. • use only enclosed dosing cup designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device. • if needed, repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last • do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours • do not give for more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor • this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (tsp or mL) under 24 under 2 years ask a doctor 24-35 2-3 years 1 tsp or 5 mL 36-47 4-5 years 1 1/2 tsp or 7.5 mL 48-59 6-8 years 2 tsp or 10 mL 60-71 9-10 years 2 1/2 tsp or 12.5 mL 72-95 11 years 3 tsp or 15 mL Attention: use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device/
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Liver warning: This product 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 Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, 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. 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 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. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222) Quick medical attention is critical 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.
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
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.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222) Quick medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Storage & Handling
Other information • store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Questions
Questions or comments? 1-800-282-3000
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