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Acetaminophen

Generic: ACETAMINOPHEN

100%
Basic Information
Manufacturer
CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
e577fdf0-85b1-1471-e053-2995a90a6fcd
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: muscular aches backache minor pain of arthritis toothache premenstrual and menstrual cramps headache the common cold temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen.

Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 6 tablets 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.