Extra Strength Pain Relief Acetaminophen USP, 500mg Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer FOR ADULTS
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
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
Liver warning
This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take ■ more than 4,000mg 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
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 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 do not take more than directed (see overdose warning)
adults and children 12 years and over ■ take 2 tablets every 6 hours while symptoms last ■ do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor ■ do not take 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
- avoid high humidity
- See end panel for lot number and expiration date
Inactive Ingredient
hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid