Extra Strength Pain Reliever Acetaminophen Tablets, USP 500 mg (Caplets) PAIN RELIEVER/FEVER REDUCER DYE-FREE For Adults
Active ingredient
(in each Caplet)
Acetaminophen, USP 500 mg
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Uses
■ temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
■ the common cold
■ headache
■ backache
■ minor pain of arthritis
■ toothache
■ muscular aches
■ premenstrual and menstrual cramps
■ temporarily reduces fever
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
■ 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 the reach of children.
Overdose warning
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a 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 and over
■ take 2 caplets every 6 hours while symptoms last
■ do not take more than 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
■ do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor
children under 12 years
ask a doctor
Other information
■ store between 20-25°C (68-77°F).See USP Controlled Room Temperature
■ see end panel for lot number and expiration date
Inactive ingredients
hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid.