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Acetaminophen

Generic: ACETAMINOPHEN

100%
Basic Information
Manufacturer
Cardinal Health 107, LLC
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
9efcce86-dd57-4ea2-ad31-d2038eb61bf1
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/ Fever reducer
Indications & Usage
Uses Temporarily reduces fever and relieves minor aches and pains due to: • headache • muscular aches • backache • minor pain of arthritis • the common cold • toothache • premenstrual and menstrual cramps
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.

• 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 you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease 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  • 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.