FDA Label for Acetaminophen
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Acetaminophen Product Label
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Otc - Active Ingredient
Active ingredient (per 5mL teaspoonful)
Acetaminophen 160 mg
Otc - Purpose
Pain Reliever / Fever Reducer
Uses
temporarily • relieves minor aches • reduces fever
Warnings
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 • taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen
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 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 a 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.
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.
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
• do not take more than directed
This product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use.
• find dose in chart below, if possible, use weight to dose, otherwise use age
• dosage may be repeated every 4 hours as needed, or as directed by a doctor
• do not give more than 5 doses in 24 hours • 5 milliliters (mL) = 1 teaspoon
Weight (lb) | Under 24 | 24-36 | 36-47 | 48-59 | 60-71 | 72-95 |
age (yr) | Under 2 | 2-3 | 4-5 | 6-8 | 9-10 | 11 |
Dosage (mL) | ask a doctor | 5 mL | 7.5 mL | 10 mL | 12.5 mL | 15 mL |
Other Information
• each teaspoonful (5 mL) contains: sodium 7.9 mg
• store at room temperature 15°- 30°C (59°-86°F)
• protect from freezing • protect from light
• TAMPER-EVIDENT: Do not use if imprinted seal under cap is broken or missing.
Inactive Ingredients:
artificial cherry flavor, citric acid, FD&C Red #40, glycerin, PEG, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sorbitol.
Principal Display Panel
• Compare To Active ingredient of Children's Tylenol
NDC 72091-004-01
Children's Liquid
Pain Reliever and Fever Reducer
Acetaminophen 160 mg/5mL
• Asprin Free
• Alcohol Free
• For Children Ages 2 - 11 years
Fruit Flavor
8 FL OZ (237 mL)
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