8 Hour Arthritis Pain Acetaminophen Extended-release Tablets USP, 650 mg Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer For the Temporary Relief of Minor Arthritis Pain
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 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
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 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
■ d o 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.