FDA Label for Medline
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Medline Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Medline Industries, Lp. 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 500 mg
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Uses
for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains associated with
- the common cold
- the flu
- headache
- toothache
- muscular aches
- backache
- the premenstrual and menstrual periods
- for the minor pain from arthritis
- to reduce fever
Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen.
Severe liver damage may occur if you take
- more than 4,000 milligrams in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
- with other drugs containing acetaminophen
- 3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday while using this product
- skin reddening
- blisters
- rash
Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin
reactions. Symptoms may include:
If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help
right away.
Ask A Doctor Before Use If The User
- has liver disease
- is a child with pain of arthritis
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
- for more than 10 days for pain unless directed by a doctor
- for more than 3 days for fever unless directed by a doctor
Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If
- the user is 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
- redness or swelling is present
- symptoms do not improve
- any new symptoms appear
If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding,
ask a professional before use
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
adults and children 12 years and over |
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children under 12 years |
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Other Information
- store between 20–25°C (68–77°F)
- not made with Natural Rubber Latex
- do not use if inner seal is broken or missing
Inactive Ingredients
hydroxy propyl methyl cellulose, polyethylene glycol, pregelatinised Starch, providone K-30, purified Water, sodium starch glycolate,
stearic acid
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