Use(s)
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
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 ever, 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 other of the inactive ingredients in this product.
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 ■ 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
for adults as well as for children 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
■ mL = milliliter; tsp = teaspoonful ■ find the right dose on the chart below. If possible, use weight to dose, otherwise, use age.
■ if needed, repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last ■ do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours
■ do not give for more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor
| Weight (lb) | Age (yr) | Dose (mL)* |
|---|---|---|
|
under 24 |
under 2 years |
ask a doctor |
|
24-35 |
2-3 years |
5 mL(1 tsp) |
|
36-47 |
4-5 years |
7.5 mL(1 1/2 tsp) |
|
48-59 |
6-8 years |
10 mL(2 tsp) |
|
60-71 |
9-10 years |
12.5 mL(2 1/2 tsp) |
|
72-95 |
11 years |
15 mL(3 tsp) |
*or as directed by a doctor
Attention: use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this
product. Do not use any other dosing device.
Other information
■ each 5 mL (1 tsp) contains; sodium 3 mg ■ store between 20-25ºC (68-77ºF) ■ do not refrigerate ■ Keep carton for full directions for use.
