Acetaminophen 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?
Acetaminophen 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:minor pain of arthritismuscular achesbackachepremenstrual and menstrual cramp toothachethe common coldheadachetoothache 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 you take more than 6 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 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.
How is this medication usually taken?
do not take more than directed (see overdose warning). Adults: take 2 tablets every 8 hours with water swallow whole; do not crush, chew, split or dissolve do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor. Under 18 years of age: ask 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=0035a4fd-8dd5-4534-a1b5-f510d637f721
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