FDA Label for Acetaminophen Pain Reliever/fever Reducer

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Acetaminophen Pain Reliever/fever Reducer Product Label

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Active Ingredient (In Each Rectal Suppository)



Acetaminophen 650 mg


Purpose



Pain reliever/fever reducer


Uses



temporarily

  • reduces fever
  • relieves minor aches, pains, and headache

Warnings



Liver warning:

This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if

  • an adult or child 12 years and older takes more than 6 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
  • taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • an adult takes 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
  • For rectal use only


Do Not Use



  • in children under 12 years
  • if you are allergic to acetaminophen
  • with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

Ask A Doctor Before Use If



  • you have liver disease
  • you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • fever lasts more than 3 days (72 hours), or recurs.
  • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days.
  • new symptoms occur.
  • redness or swelling is present in the painful area.
  • These may be signs of a serious condition.


If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding,



ask a health professional before use.


Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.



If swallowed or in case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222) Quick medical attention is critical in case of overdose for adults and for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.


Directions



  • do not use more than directed
  • remove wrapper
  • carefully insert suppository well up into the rectum
  • adults and children 12 years and older:
  • 1 suppository every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms last
  • do not exceed 6 suppositories in any 24 hour period
  • children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Other Information



  • tamper-evident: suppositories are individually wrapped. Do not use if printed wrapper is opened or damaged.
  • store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) or in a cool place

Inactive Ingredients



hydrogenated vegetable oil


Questions Or Comments?



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Acetaminophen Suppositories USP, 650 mg

NDC 54868-4991-0

Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer

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650 mg Each


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