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better living brands childrens fever and pain reliver

ACETAMINOPHEN

Standard Dose
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 Find right dose on chart below. (If possible, use weight to determine dosing; otherwise, use age.) Pour liquid into dosing cup to the appropriate amount for your child’s weight and/or age. Only use with enclosed dosing cup. If needed, repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last. Do not give more than 5 times in any 24-hour period (see overdose warning). Do not give more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor. Replace cap tightly to maintain child resistance. Weight (lbs) Age (yrs) Dose under 24 under 2 Ask a doctor 24-35 2- under 4 5 mL 36-47 4- under 6 7.5 mL 48-59 6- under 9 10 mL 60-71 9- under 11 12.5 mL 72-95 11- under 12 15 mL
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses Temporarily: reduces fever relieves minor aches and pains which may be associated with the common cold, flu, headache, sore throat or toothache.
Summary

Indications and usage Uses Temporarily: reduces fever relieves minor aches and pains which may be associated with the common cold, flu, headache, sore throat or 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).

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses Temporarily: reduces fever relieves minor aches and pains which may be associated with the common cold, flu, headache, sore throat or 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 Find right dose on chart below. (If possible, use weight to determine dosing; otherwise, use age.) Pour liquid into dosing cup to the appropriate amount for your child’s weight and/or age. Only use with enclosed dosing cup. If needed, repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last. Do not give more than 5 times in any 24-hour period (see overdose warning). Do not give more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor. Replace cap tightly to maintain child resistance. Weight (lbs) Age (yrs) Dose under 24 under 2 Ask a doctor 24-35 2- under 4 5 mL 36-47 4- under 6 7.5 mL 48-59 6- under 9 10 mL 60-71 9- under 11 12.5 mL 72-95 11- under 12 15 mL 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, or 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 the 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 new symptoms occur pain gets worse or lasts more than 3 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 5 days redness or swelling is present These could be signs of a serious condition. Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose(overdose) can cause serious liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Prompt medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

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, or is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.
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