Childrens Chewable Mapap 1g 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?
temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache toothachesore throatthe common coldflu temporarily reduces fever
What should I know before taking it?
The FDA/DailyMed label should be reviewed for complete details.
What important warnings are listed?
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?
this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use do not give more than directed find the right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.chew or crush tablets completely before swallowing; do not swallow tablets wholerepeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms lastdo not give more than 5 times in 24 hours Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose(chewable tablets)* Under 24 Under 2 Ask a doctor 24-35 2-3 2 tablets 36-47 4-5 3 tablets 48-59 6-8 4 tablets 60-71 9-10 5 tablets 72-95 11 6 tablets *or as directed by a doctor
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=efec6af2-8b26-47f6-88c8-b0a6d69a2d7d
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