A-Z Pharma-AptaPharma Acetaminophen Suspension 118 mL
Active Ingredient(s)
Acetaminophen 160 mg
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Use
■ relieves minor aches and pains due to: ■ the common cold ■ flu ■ headache ■ sore throat ■ toothache
Warnings
Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur nyour child takes: ■ more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount ■ 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.
Sore throat warning If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by ever, headache, rash. nausea or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
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 other of the inactive ingredients in this product.
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
When using this product do not exceed recommended dose (see overdose warning)
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
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 ■ redness or swelling is present. These could be signs of a serious condition.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children.
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor before use if your child has liver disease.
OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child
is taking the blood-thinning drug warfarin.
OVERDOSAGE SECTION
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. (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
■ this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use. ■ shake well before using ■ mL = milliliter; tsp = teaspoonful ■ find the right dose on the chart below. If possible, use weight to dose, otherwise, use age. ■ if needed, repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last ■ do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours ■ do not give for more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor.
Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (mL or tsp)* under 24 under 2 years ask a doctor 24-35 2 - 3 years 5 mL (1 tsp) 36-47 4 - 5 years 7.5 mL (1 1/2 tsp0 48-59 6 - 8 years 10 mL (2 tsp) 60-71 9 - 10 years 12.5. mL (2 1/2 TSP) 72-95 11 years 15 mL (3 tsp)
*or as directed by a doctor
Attention: use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
Other information
■ each 5 mL (1 tsp) contains; sodium 3 mg ■ store between 20-25ºC (68-77ºF) ■ do not refrigerate ■ Keep carton for full directions for use.
Inactive ingredients
anhydrous citric acid,
Butylparaben, FD&C red #40. Flavor, glycerin. High
Fructose corn syrup, microcrystalline cellulose and
Carboxymethylcellulose sodium, propylene glycol.
Purified water. Sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution.
Sucralose, xanthan gum
OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION
Questions? Call weekdays from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM EST at 1-877-798-5944