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ACETAMINOPHEN (RED) is a brand name for Acetaminophen (also known as Paracetamol). The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: Uses Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to : headache muscular aches backache minor pain of arthritis the common cold toothache premenstrual and menstrual cramps temporarily reduces fever
Verbatim from this product's FDA label. Tap a section to expand.
Directions Do not take more than directed (see overdose warning) Adults and children 12 years and over take 2 softgels every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms last do not take more than 10 softgels in 24 hours do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor Children 6-11 years take 1 softgel every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms last do not take more than 5 softgels 24 hours do not use for more than 5 days unless directed by a doctorr children under 6 years ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days in adults pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days in children under 12 years 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.
Warnings Liver warning:
This product contains acetaminophen. The maximum daily dose of this product is 10 softgels (3,250 mg) in 24 hours for adults or 5 softgels (1,625 mg) in 24 hours for children. Severe liver damage may occur if adult takes more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours child takes more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen adult has 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product 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 you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product Ask a doctor before use if the user has liver disease Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the user is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin Stop use and ask a doctor if pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days in adults pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days in children under 12 years 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.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
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 you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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