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Acetaminophen

Generic: ACETAMINOPHEN

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Basic Information
Manufacturer
Major Pharmaceuticals
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
76cb8209-6c43-322e-e053-2991aa0a51eb
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.