Equate 8hr Arthritis Pain Relief Tablet, Film Coated, Extended Release
FDA Label NDC 49035-741

Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions

Structured Product Label

The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Wal-mart Stores Inc for the product Equate 8hr Arthritis Pain Relief (NDC 49035-741). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.

This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding active ingredient (in each caplet), purpose, uses, warnings, do not use, ask a doctor before use if you have, ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are, stop use and ask a doctor if, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.

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Active Ingredient (In Each Caplet)

Acetaminophen 650 mg

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

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

    • 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.
  • 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).

Inactive Ingredients

carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, povidone, pregelatinized starch, stearic acid, titanium dioxide

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8HR Arthritis Pain Relief

Acetaminophen

Extended-Release Tablets, 650mg

Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer

For the Temporary Relief of Minor Arthritis Pain

DO NOT USE WITH OTHER MEDICINES CONTAINING ACETAMINOPHEN

325 CAPLETS†

650 mg EACH

†Capsule-Shaped Tablets

Actual Size

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