RUGBY ACETAMINOPHEN- acetaminophen liquid
Rugby Laboratories, Inc.
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
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Active ingredient (in each 5mL)
Acetaminophen 160 mg
Purpose
Pain reliever-Fever reducer
Uses
temporarily reduces fever and relieves minor aches and pains caused by
- common cold
- flu
- headache
- sore throat
- toothache
Warnings
Liver warning
This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your 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 fever, 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 of the inactive ingredients in this product
Ask a doctor before use if your child has liver disease
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
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 appear
- redness or swelling is present. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children.
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 (1-800-222-1222) right away. Quick medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
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this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
- find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age
- give dose every 4 hours while symptoms last
- do not give more than 5 doses in 24 hours
- use enclosed dosing cup only. Do not use with any other device.
- mL = milliliter
Weight | Age | Dose |
72 - 95 lbs | 11 years | 15mL |
60 - 71 lbs | 9 - 10 years | 12.5mL |
48 - 59 lbs | 6 - 8 years | 10mL |
36 - 47 lbs | 4 - 5 years | 7.5mL |
24 - 35 lbs | 2 - 3 years | 5mL |
under 24 lbs | under 2 years | ask a doctor |
Other information
- each 5 mL contains:
sodium 1 mg
- store at 20 - 25°C (68 - 77°F)
Inactive ingredients
artificial flavor, citric acid anhydrous, D&C Red #33, FD&C Red #40, glycerin, polyethylene glycol 1450, propylene glycol, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sorbitol.
Questions or comments?
1-800-645-2158
Distributed by:
Rugby Laboratories
17177 N Laurel Park Drive, Suite 233
Livonia, MI 48152
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 118 mL Bottle Label
Rugby®
NDC 0536-0122-97
RELIEVES CHILDREN'S
Pain
&Fever
ACETAMINOPHEN
ORAL SOLUTION
CHERRY FLAVORED
SUGAR FREE
Aspirin & Alcohol Free
4 fl oz (118 mL) 160mg per 5mL
Rugby Laboratories, Inc.