Acetaminophen
Generic: ACETAMINOPHEN
Basic Information
Manufacturer
Precision Dose, Inc.
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
debfa787-7a48-48b5-94b0-612820524032
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily: reduces fever relieves minor aches and pains due to: the common cold flu headache sore throat toothache
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen.
Severe liver damage may occur if adult takes more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours child takes more than 5 doses in 24 hours taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen adult has 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.
if your child has ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients Ask a doctor before use if the user has liver disease Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the user is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product do not exceed recommended dose (see overdose warning ) Stop use and ask a doctor if pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days (for adults) or 5 days (for children) 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.
do not give this product to children for pain of arthritis unless directed by a doctor 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.
Severe liver damage may occur if adult takes more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours child takes more than 5 doses in 24 hours taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen adult has 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.
if your child has ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients Ask a doctor before use if the user has liver disease Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the user is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product do not exceed recommended dose (see overdose warning ) Stop use and ask a doctor if pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days (for adults) or 5 days (for children) 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.
do not give this product to children for pain of arthritis unless directed by a doctor 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.