8 HR Arthritis Pain Relief Acetaminophen Extended-Release Tablets USP, 650mg
Active ingredient (in each caplet)
Acetaminophen USP, 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 everyday 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 drugs 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
Keep out of reach of childrern
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 • 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) • do not use if foil inner seal is broken or missing.
Inactive ingredients
hydroxy ethyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid