FDA Label for Childrens Tylenol

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Childrens Tylenol Product Label

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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.

    Sore throat warning: if sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.


Active Ingredient (In Each Tablet)



Acetaminophen 160 mg


Purpose



Pain reliever/fever reducer


Uses



  • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
    • the common cold
    • flu
    • headache
    • sore throat
    • toothache
    • temporarily reduces fever

Liver Warning



This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes

  • more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen

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 your child is allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product

Otc - Ask Doctor



Ask a doctor before use if your child has liver disease


Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist



Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin


Otc - When Using



When using this product do not exceed recommended dose (see overdose warning)


Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 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 - 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



  • this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use.
  • do not give more than directed (see overdose warning)
  • find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
  • chew tablets completely before swallowing; do not swallow tablets whole
  • repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last
  • do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours
  • Weight (lb)Age (yr)Dose (tablets)

    or as directed by a doctor

    under 24under 2 yearsask a doctor
    24-352-3 years1 tablet
    36-474-5 years1½ tablets
    48-596-8 years2 tablets
    60-719-10 years2½ tablets
    72-9511 years3 tablets

Other Information



  • store between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid high humidity. Protect from light.
  • do not use if neck band or foil inner seal imprinted with "TYLENOL" is broken or missing

Inactive Ingredients



anhydrous citric acid, cellulose acetate, crospovidone, D&C red no. 7 calcium lake, dextrose, flavor, magnesium stearate, povidone, sucralose


Questions Or Comments?



call 1-800-458-1635 (toll-free) or 215-273-8755 (collect)


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NDC 50580-521-24

Children's
TYLENOL®

New Strength & Directions

Acetaminophen
Pain Reliever
Fever Reducer

Pain+Fever Ages 2-11

Chewables

Ibuprofen Free, Aspirin Free

Now
160 mg
Per Tablet

24 Chewable Tablets
160 mg each

Actual Size

Bubble Gum Flavor


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