Active Ingredient (In Each Caplet)
Acetaminophen USP, 500 mg
Acetaminophen Tablet
FDA Label NDC 51316-177
Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions
Structured Product Label
The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Cvs Pharmacy, Inc for the product Acetaminophen (NDC 51316-177). 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, liver warning:, 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.
Label Section Quick Index
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Uses
temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
the common cold
headache
backache
minor pain of arthritis
toothache
muscular aches
premenstrual and menstrual cramps
temporarily reduces fever
Liver Warning:
This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours
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 and children 12 years and over
take 2 caplets every 6 hours while symptoms last
do not take more than 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor
children under 12 years
ask a doctor
Other Information
store between 20-25°C (68-77°F). See USP Controlled Room Temperature.
see bottom of the label for lot number and expiration date
Inactive Ingredients
hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone k-30, pregelatinized starch, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid
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