CHILDRENS NON ASPIRIN- acetaminophen suspension
Rite Aid Corporation
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 5 mL = 1 teaspoon)
Acetaminophen 160 mg
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Uses
temporarily:
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- reduces fever
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- relieves minor aches and pains due to:
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- the common cold
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- flu
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- headache
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- sore throat
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- toothache
Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes:
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- more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
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- 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 nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
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
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- pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days
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- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
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- new symptoms occur
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- redness or swelling is present
These could be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222) Quick medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
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- do not give more than directed (see Liver warning)
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- shake well before using
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- find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
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- use only enclosed dosing cup designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
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- if needed, repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last
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- do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours
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- do not give for more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor
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- this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
Weight(lb)
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Age(yr)
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Dose (tsp or mL)
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under 24
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under 2 years
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ask a doctor
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24-35
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2–3 years
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1 tsp or 5 mL
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36–47
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4–5 years
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1 1/2 tsp or 7.5 mL
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48–59
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6–8 years
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2 tsp or 10 mL
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60-71
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9–10 years
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2 1/2 tsp or 12.5 mL
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72-95
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11 years
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3 tsp or 15 mL
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Attention: use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
Other information
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- each teaspoon contains: sodium 3 mg
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- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
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- do not use if printed neckband is broken or missing
Inactive ingredients
anhydrous citric acid, butylparaben, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, carrageenan, D&C red no. 33, FD&C red no. 40, flavor, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, hydroxyethyl cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution
Questions or comments?
1-800-719-9260
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