Acetaminophen Oral Solution USP 0182-1473-40
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Drug Facts
| Acetaminophen 160 mg | Pain reliever - fever reducer |
Uses
for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains associated with
- a cold or flu
- sore throat
- headache
- toothache
- temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Sore throat warning:
If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
Do not use
- with any other product containing acetaminophen
- more than directed (see overdose warning)
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- new symptoms occur
- redness or swelling is present
- pain gets worse or lasts for more than 5 days
- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of the reach of children.
Overdose warning:
Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
| under 24 lbs | under 2 years | ask a doctor |
| 24 to 35 lbs | 2 to 3 years | 1 teaspoon (5 mL) |
| 36 to 47 lbs | 4 to 5 years | 1 ½ teaspoons (7.5 mL) |
| 48 to 59 lbs | 6 to 8 years | 2 teaspoons (10 mL) |
| 60 to 71 lbs | 9 to 10 years | 2 ½ teaspoons (12.5 mL) |
| 72 to 95 lbs | 11 years | 3 teaspoons (15 mL) |
- find right dose on chart
- if possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age
- if needed, repeat dose every 4 hours
- do not use more than 5 times in 24 hours
Other information
store at room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
Inactive ingredients
artificial cherry flavor, benzoic acid, citric acid, D&C Red #33, FD&C Red #40, glycerin, polyethylene glycol 1450, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, sucrose
Questions?
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