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ACETAMINOPHEN

Generic: ACETAMINOPHEN

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Basic Information
Manufacturer
Akron Pharma Inc.
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
ab79fd60-8315-4c63-8045-1b0511ac268f
Purpose
Purpose Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer
Indications & Usage
Uses To reduce fever and for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains due to: •headache •muscular aches •backache •minor pain of arthritis •the common cold •toothache •premenstrual and menstrual cramps.

•Temporarily reduces fever.
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.

Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or non-prescription).

If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

if the user has ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients.

Ask a doctor before use if the user has has liver disease is a child with pain of arthritis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin 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.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Overdose Warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage.

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.