FDA Label for Acetaminophen

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Acetaminophen Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product The 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.

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Drug Facts

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.

    DISTRIBUTED BY THE KROGER CO.
    CINCINNATI, OHIO 45202


Active Ingredient (In Each Caplet)



Acetaminophen USP, 650 mg


Purpose



Pain reliever/fever reducer


Uses



  • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
    • muscular aches
    • backache
    • minor pain of arthritis
    • toothache
    • premenstrual and menstrual cramps
    • headache
    • the common cold
    • temporarily reduces fever

Liver Warning



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

  • more than 6 caplets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

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 you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product.

Otc - Ask Doctor



Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease.


Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist



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.


Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding



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


Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



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.


Directions



  • do not take more than directed (see overdose warning)
  • adults and children 12 years and over
    • take 2 caplets every 8 hours with water
    • swallow whole; do not crush, chew, split or dissolve
    • do not take more than 6 caplets in 24 hours
    • do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor
    children under 12 years
    • do not use

Other Information



  • store at 20 - 25° C (68 - 77° F). Avoid excessive heat 40° C (104° F).
  • see end panel for batch number and expiration date
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SEAL IS BROKEN OR MISSING FROM BOTTLE.

Inactive Ingredients



crospovidone, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, pregelatinized starch, propylene glycol, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide


Questions?



call 1-800-406-7984


Principal Display Panel - 650 Mg Caplet Bottle Carton



COMPARE TO the active ingredient of
TYLENOL® 8HR *See side panel

NDC 30142-968-01

Kroger®

USE ONLY AS DIRECTED

OUR PHARMACIST RECOMMENDED

8 Hour Pain Relief

Acetaminophen
Extended-Release
Tablets USP, 650 mg
Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer

For up to 8 Hour Relief of Minor Muscle Aches & Pain

EASY TO
OPEN
BOTTLE

actual
size

100 CAPLETS**
**capsule-shaped tablets

DO NOT USE WITH OTHER MEDICINES
CONTAINING ACETAMINOPHEN


* Please review the disclaimer below.