Goodys PM
Drug Facts
Active ingredients
(in each powder)Acetaminophen 500 mgDiphenhydramine Citrate 38 mg
Purposes
Pain relieverNighttime sleep-aid
Uses
• temporary relief of occasional headaches and minor aches and pains with accompanying sleeplessness
Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
• more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours• 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.• in children under 12 years of age• with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
Ask a doctor before use if you have
• liver disease• glaucoma• a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis• trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking
• the blood thinning drug warfarin• sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
• drowsiness will occur• avoid alcoholic drinks• be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Stop use and ask a doctor if
• sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of a serious underlying medical illness. • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days• redness or swelling is present• any new symptoms appearThese could be signs of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose warning:
Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious health problems. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. 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 and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 powders at bedtime, if needed, or as directed by a doctor. Drink a full glass of water with each dose, or may stir powder into a glass of water or other liquid.• do not give to children under 12 years of age
Other Information
• each powder contains: potassium 42 mg• store below 25°C (77°F)
Inactive ingredients
citric acid, docusate sodium, fumaric acid, glycine, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, potassium chloride, silica gel, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate dihydrate