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Acetaminophen - oral

(ah-seet-ah-min-oh-fen)

common brand names: APAP, Liquiprin, Panadol, Tylenol

Infants' Pain Relief Usage: this medication is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and to reduce fever.

How to use Infants' Pain Relief: Take this drug as directed. don't take more acetaminophen than recommended (see Side Effects section). do not use for more than 10 days without consulting your doctor. this drug isn't to be given to kid under 3 years about age with out your doctor's approval.

Infants' Pain Relief side effects: When taken as directed, most poeple experience little or no side effects with this med. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: simple bruising or bleeding, persistent sore throat or other signs of infection. If you do not have liver problems, adult maximum dose of acetaminophen is four grams per day (4000 milligrams). If you take more than the maximum daily amount, it can cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms of liver damage: severe nausea, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach pain, extreme fatigue. in unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek healthcare professional attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Infants' Pain Relief Precautions: If you have any of following health problems, consult youre doctor before using this medication: liver disease, alcohol dependency, any allergies. Acetaminophen may cause liver damage. daily use about alcohol, especially when combined with acetaminophen, may increase your risk for liver damage. money with your healthcare professional or physician for more information. Acetaminophen is often used instead of aspirin. They equally effective at relieving pain; however, acetaminophen does not reduce swelling & inflammation like aspirin does. there are many brands & forms of acetaminophen on market. Read dosing instructions carefully as the amount of acetaminophen may vary among products. Acetaminophen appears to be safe since use during pregnancy. Use only if clearly needed. Acetaminophen is found in breast milk, but side effects in nursing infants have not been reported. Consult you doctor if you are breast-feeding.

Infants' Pain Relief drug interactions: Tell your pharmacist of every nonprescription and prescription pills you use especially: isoniazid, phenobarbital, phenytoin, zidovudine, sulfinpyrazone. Acetaminophen is an ingredient in many over-the-counter products & in some combination prescription meds. Read the labels carefully before taking other pain relievers or cold products to see if they also contain acetaminophen. Consult your pharmacist if you uncertain if your other prescription or over-the-counter products contain acetaminophen. (Also see adult maximum dose following following text in Side Effects section). don't start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.

Infants' Pain Relief Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe nausea, vomiting, excessive sweating, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach pain, & extreme fatigue.

Infants' Pain Relief special notes: Acetaminophen does not cause the stomach & intestinal ulcers that aspirin & aspirin-like NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, ketoprofen) can cause.

If you missed Infants' Pain Relief dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for next dose, instead, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Infants' Pain Relief Storage: Store in room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in the bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms.

Active Ingredients : Acetaminophen

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