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 Amerisource Bergen. 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.

Active Ingredient (In Each Caplet)



Acetaminophen USP, 650 mg


Purpose



Pain reliever/fever reducer


Uses



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

Warnings



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.

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.


Directions



  • do not take more than directed (see overdose warning)
    adults ▪ 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
    under 18 years of age ▪ ask a doctor

Other Information



  • store at 20 - 25° C (68 - 77° F). Avoid excessive heat 40° C (104° F).
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SEAL IS BROKEN OR MISSING FROM BOTTLE.

Inactive Ingredients



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


Questions?



Call 1-800-406-7984


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GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY®

NDC 46122-0170-81

Compare to the active ingredient In Tylenol®Arthritis Pain

Use only as directed.

Lasts up to 8 hours

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Arthritis Pain Relief

acetaminophen extended-release tablets, USP 650 mg

Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer

For the Temporary Relief of Minor Arthritis Pain

DO NOT USE WITH OTHER MEDICINES CONTAINING ACETAMINOPHEN

200 caplets*

650 mg EACH

(*capsule-shaped tablets)

Distributed By: AmerisourceBergen

5098865/R1012


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