Uses
temporarily:
- reduces fever
- relieves minor aches and pains due to:
- the 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
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 non-prescription). 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
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- new symptoms occur
- redness or swelling is present
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days
- fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Overdose Warning
Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) could cause serious health problems including liver damage. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately. Quick medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
- this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
- shake well before using
- find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose: otherwise, use age.
- use only enclosed dosing cup designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device
- tsp = teaspoon, mL = milliliter
- if needed, repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last
- do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours
- do not give more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor
| Weight (lb) | Age (yr) | Dose (tsp or mL) |
|---|---|---|
| under 24 | under 2 | ask a doctor |
| 24-35 | 2-3 | 1 tsp or 5 mL |
| 36-47 | 4-5 | 1½ tsps or 7.5 mL |
| 48-59 | 6-8 | 2 tsps or 10 mL |
| 60-71 | 9-10 | 2½ tsps or 12.5 mL |
| 72-95 | 11 | 3 tsps or 15 mL |
Other information
- store at controlled room temperature
- dosage cup provided
- each teaspoon contains: sodium 2 mg
Inactive ingredients
Carboxymethylcellulose, FD&C Blue #1, D&C Red #33, Flavors, Glycerin, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Methylparaben, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyethylene Glycol 1450, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Purified Water, Saccharin Sodium, Sorbitol Solution, Sucralose Powder, Xanthan Gum
