Pain Relief childrens
ACETAMINOPHEN
Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache sore throat flu toothache the common cold temporarily reduces fever Dosage and administration Directions this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use do not give more than directed chew or crush tablets completely before swallowing; do not swallow tablets whole repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours do not give for more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor find the right dose on chart below.
If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
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Clinical summary
Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache sore throat flu toothache the common cold temporarily reduces fever Dosage and administration Directions this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use do not give more than directed chew or crush tablets completely before swallowing; do not swallow tablets whole repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours do not give for more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor find the right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age. Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (chewable tablets)* Under 24 Under 2 Ask a doctor 24-35 2-3 1 tablet 36-47 4-5 1 1/2 tablets 48-59 6-8 2 tablets 60-71 9-10 2 1/2 tablets 72-95 11 3 tablets *or as directed by a doctor 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 dosage. 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. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children 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, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
Interaction Notes
- • Review official label interaction section.