Acetaminophen
Acetaminophen is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Acetaminophen; Generic name: ACETAMINOPHEN; Manufacturer: Aurohealth LLC.
| Brand name | Acetaminophen |
|---|---|
| Generic name | ACETAMINOPHEN |
| Manufacturer | Aurohealth LLC |
| Used for | Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: minor pain of arthritis muscular aches backache premenstrual and menstrual cramps the common cold headache toothache temporarily reduces fever |
| Dosage | Directions do not take more than directed (see overdose warning). Adults: take 2 tablets every 8 hours with water swallow whole; do not crush, chew, split or dissolve do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor. Under 18 years of age: ask a doctor |
| Warnings | Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount 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. |
| Active ingredient(s) | Drug Facts Active ingredient (in each extended-release tablet) Acetaminophen USP 650 mg |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=179c221d-c099-400c-b3ac-124e26947620 |