FDA Label for Acetaminophen And Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride

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Acetaminophen And Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Kroger Company. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

Drug Facts



Active ingredients (in each gelcap)

Acetaminophen USP 500 mg
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride USP 25 mg


Purpose



Pain reliever
Nighttime sleep-aid


Uses



temporary relief of occasional headaches and minor aches and pains with accompanying sleeplessness


Warnings



Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen.
Severe liver damage may occur if you take

  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours
  • 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 nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
  • with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
  • if you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product
  • in children under 12 years of age

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



  • liver disease
  • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
  • difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
  • glaucoma

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are



  • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
  • taking sedatives or tranquilizers

When Using This Product



  • drowsiness will occur
  • avoid alcoholic beverages
  • do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
  • sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of serious underlying medical illness.
  • new symptoms occur
  • redness or swelling is present
  • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
  • 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.



In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.


Directions



  • do not take more than directed
  • adults and children 12 years and over
    • take 2 gelcaps at bedtime
    • do not take more than 2 gelcaps of this product in 24 hours.
    • children under 12 years: do not use

Other Information



  • avoid high humidity
  • store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
  • use by expiration date on package

Inactive Ingredients



ammonium hydroxide, black iron oxide, colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, FD&C blue #1, FD&C red #3, gelatin, hydroxypropyl cellulose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, pregelatinized starch (maize), propylene glycol, shellac glaze, talc, and titanium dioxide.


Questions Or Comments?



1-800-632-6900

DISTRIBUTED BY THE KROGER CO.
CINCINNATI, OHIO 45202
MADE IN INDIA

Code: TS/DRUGS/16/2014


Package Label-Principal Display Panel 500 Mg / 25 Mg (50 Caplets Bottle)



NDC 30142-193-14
Kroger®

Extra Strength
Acetaminophen PM
Acetaminophen USP, 500 mg

Diphenhydramine
Hydrochloride USP, 25 mg
Pain Reliever,
Nighttime Sleep Aid
Rapid-Release

Non-Habit Forming

50 GELCAPS




Package Label-Principal Display Panel 500 Mg / 25 Mg (50 Caplets Bottle Carton)



COMPARE TO the active ingredients of                            NDC 30142-193-14
EXTRA STRENGTH TYLENOL® PM *See top panel
Kroger®
Extra Strength


Acetaminophen PM
Acetaminophen USP, 500 mg
Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride USP, 25 mg
Pain Reliever, Nighttime Sleep Aid,
Rapid Release

Non-Habit Forming
DO NOT USE WITH OTHER MEDICINES
CONTAINING ACETAMINOPHEN

actual size
50 GELCAPS




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