Acephen Medication Summary
No separate FDA Medication Guide was found for this label. This summary is based on FDA/DailyMed prescribing information.
What is this medication?
This medication is described in FDA/DailyMed prescribing information. No separate FDA Medication Guide was found for this label. This summary is based on FDA/DailyMed prescribing information.
What is this medication used for?
Uses temporarily reduces fever and relieves minor aches and pains due to: the common coldheadachetoothacheflusore throat
What should I know before taking it?
The FDA/DailyMed label should be reviewed for complete details.
What important warnings are listed?
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 amountwith other drugs containing acetaminophen Allergy alert: acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: skin reddeningblistersrash 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 fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
How is this medication usually taken?
Directions this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use. do not give more than directed (see Overdose warning) SHAKE WELL BEFORE EACH USE find right dose on chart belowfor accurate dosing, use measuring cup provided.Do not use with any other dosing device.give dose every 4 hours while symptoms lastif possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use agedo not give more than 5 times in 24 hours Weight Use Age Dose under 24 lbs. under 2 years ask a doctor 24-35 lbs. 2-3 years 5 mL 36-47 lbs. 4-5 years 7.5 mL 48-59 lbs. 6-8 years 10 mL 60-71 lbs. 9-10 years 12.5 mL 72-95 lbs. 11 years 15 mL
What side effects are listed?
The FDA/DailyMed label should be reviewed for complete details.
What interactions are listed?
The FDA/DailyMed label should be reviewed for complete details.
Where can I find the official prescribing information?
Review the full prescribing information on DailyMed: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=a7bd0b92-6f85-6175-e053-2995a90ab837
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