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Acetaminophen

Generic: ACETAMINOPHEN

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Basic Information
Manufacturer
Sam's West Inc
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
1098d0e7-8202-4018-a2d2-b0c80ee58b56
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache muscular aches the common cold backache toothache minor pain from arthritis premenstrual and menstrual cramps temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
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: rash skin reddening blisters If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

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.

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 redness or swelling is present pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days any new symptoms appear If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.