Acetaminophen Extra Strength 500 mg
Active Ingredient
(in each tablet)
Acetaminophen 500mg
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Uses
- temporary relieves minor aches and pains due to
- the common cold
- headache
- backache
- toothache
- muscular aches
- premenstrual and menstrual cramps and
- temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Liver warning:This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
Allergy alert:Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:
If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Do not use
Ask a doctor before use if you have
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
Stop use and ask a doctor if
These could be signs of a serious condition.
- 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
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use
Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose warning:Taking more than the reccomended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. 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. Do not exceed recommended dosage.
Directions
- do not use more than directed (see overdose warning)
- Adults and children 12 years of age and older:
- 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 more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor.
- Children under 12 years of age: Do not use this extra strength product. This will provide more than the recommended dose (overdose) and could cause serious health problems.
Other Information
- store at controlled room temperature 20-25°C (68-77°F).
- read all product information before using.
- TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.
Inactive Ingredients
Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Pregelatinized Starch, Polyethylene Glycol, Polyvinyl Pyrolidone, Stearic Acid, Talc, Titanium Dioxide