FDA Label for Acetaminophen

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Acetaminophen Product Label

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Drug Facts


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

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

Otc - Ask Doctor



Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease


Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist



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.


Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding



If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.


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



  • 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, unless directed by a doctor
    • do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor
    under 18 years of age
    • ask a doctor


Other Information



  • store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
  • retain carton for complete product information and warnings

Inactive Ingredients



hydroxyethyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid


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NDC 63863-660-50

QUALITY CHOICE®

†Compare to the Active Ingredient of Tylenol® 8HR Arthritis Pain

8 Hour Arthritis Pain

Acetaminophen Extended-Release Tablets, 650 mg

Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer

For the Temporary Relief of Minor Arthritis Pain

Actual Size

50 CAPLETS** - 650 MG EACH

(**Capsule-Shaped Bi-Layer Tablets)


* Please review the disclaimer below.