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Acetaminophen capsules 500mg (Minis-red opaque)

Uses

Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: the common cold headache backache minor pain of arthritis toothache muscular aches premenstrual and menstrual cramps temporarily reduces fever

Warnings

Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen.Severe liver damage may occur if you take: • more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours • with other drugs containing acetaminophen • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product 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.

Overdose

Overdose Warning In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is for critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Dosage & administration

Direction Do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning ) adults and children 12 yeards and over take 2 softgels every 6 hours while symptoms last do not take more than 6 softgels in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor children under 12 years ask a doctor

Active ingredient

Active ingredient (in each softgelatin capsule) Acetaminophen 500mg

Inactive ingredient

Inactive ingredients FD&C red no.40, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol 40 ,polyethylene glycol 400, povidone, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution, titanium dioxide

Dosage forms & strengths

CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
ACETAMINOPHEN 500 mg/1

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Official source

DailyMed

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