EXTRA STRENGTH ACETAMINOPHEN- extra strength acetaminophen tablet
Contract Pharmacy Services-PA
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.
----------
ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH CAPLET)
Acetaminophen Caplets, 500 mg
PURPOSE
Pain reliever/fever reducer
USES
- temporarily reduces fever
- temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
- headache
- muscular aches
- the common cold
- minor pain of arthritis
- backache
- toothache
- premenstrual and menstrual cramps
WARNINGS
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
- more than 8 tablets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
- with other drugs containing acetaminophen
- 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
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
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 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 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
adults and children 12 years and over |
- take 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms last
- do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours
- do not take for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor
|
| do not use adult Extra Strength product in children under 12 years of age; this will provide more than the recommended dose (overdose) and may cause liver damage |
OTHER INFORMATION
store at 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
povidone, pregelatinized starch, stearic acid
QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
Distributed by: Major Pharmaceuticals, 31778 Enterprise Drive, Livonia, MI 48150, U.S.A.
call toll free 734-743-6000
Repackaged by:
Contract Pharmacy Services-PA
125 Titus Ave Suite 200
Warrington, PA 18976 USA
Original--08/2010--NJW