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Vicks PainQuil PAIN RELIEVER

Generic: ACETAMINOPHEN

100%
Basic Information
Manufacturer
The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
32841eaa-87ce-5f23-e063-6294a90a9118
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever
Indications & Usage
Uses for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains associated with: sore throat headache muscular aches backache
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning : This product contains acetaminophen.

Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 3 doses (30 mL each) in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product 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 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.

Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease a sodium-restricted diet 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 redness or swelling is present new symptoms occur.

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.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.