Active Ingredient(in each 5 mL) Purpose
Acetaminophen 160 mg............. Pain reliever/fever reducer
Uses
temporarily:
- reduces fever
- relieves minor aches and pains due to:
- sore throat
- the common cold
- flu
- headache
- toothache
Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen.
Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes 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.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- new sympthoms occur
- redness or swelling is present
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days
- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
These could be signs of a serious condition
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. 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= millilitar
- find right dose on chart below, if possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age
- repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last
- only use enclosed measuring syringe
- 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 (yrs.) | Dose (mL)* |
| Under 24 | Under 2 | Ask a doctor |
|
24-35 |
2-3 | 5 mL |
| 36-47 | 4-5 | 7.5 mL |
| 48-59 | 6-8 | 10 mL |
| 60-71 | 9-10 | 12.5 mL |
| 72-95 | 11 | 15 mL |
*always check with your doctor before administering medicine to your infant/child
Other information
- Each teaspoon (5 mL) contains: sodium 3 mg
- Store between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
- Protect from freezing. Protect from light
