Bactimicina Childrens Pain and Fever
ACETAMINOPHEN
Indications and usage Uses Temporarily: reduces fever relieves minor aches and pains due to: the common cold flu headache sore throat toothache Dosage and administration 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 using mL = milliliter; tsp = teaspoonful find the right dose on chart below.
If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age. repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (mL or tsp) or as directed by a doctor 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 (1½ tsp) 48-59 6-8 years 10 mL (2 tsp) 60-71 9-10 years 12.5 mL (2½ tsp) 72-95 11 years 15 mL (3 tsp) Attention: use only enclosed dosage cup specifically designed for use with this product.
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Clinical summary
Indications and usage Uses Temporarily: reduces fever relieves minor aches and pains due to: the common cold flu headache sore throat toothache Dosage and administration 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 using mL = milliliter; tsp = teaspoonful find the right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age. repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (mL or tsp) or as directed by a doctor 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 (1½ tsp) 48-59 6-8 years 10 mL (2 tsp) 60-71 9-10 years 12.5 mL (2½ tsp) 72-95 11 years 15 mL (3 tsp) Attention: use only enclosed dosage cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device. Warnings and cautions 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 fever, 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 of the inactive ingredients in this product Ask a doctor before use if your child has liver disease Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product do not exceed recommended dose (see overdose warning ) 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 occur redness or swelling is present These could be signs of a serious condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Monitoring
- • 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 fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
Interaction Notes
- • Review official label interaction section.