| Heading | Recommended the most by doctors and used the most by hospitals. |
| Purpose | Pain Reliever Fever Reducer |
| Manufacturer | J & J |
| Active Ingredients | Per Caplet: Acetaminophen 500 mg |
| Directions | Do not take more than directed (see overdose warning). Adults and children 12 years and over: Take 2 caplets every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms last. Do not take more than 8 caplets in 24 hours. Do not use more for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor. Children under 12 years: Do not use this adult product in children under 12 years of age; this will provide more than the recommended dose (overdose) and may cause liver damage. |
| Inactive Ingredients | Carnauba Wax*; Castor Oil*; Cellulose; Corn Starch; FD&C Red #40; Hypromellose; Magnesium Stearate; Polyethylene Glycol*; Sodium Starch Glycolate; Titanium Dioxide; * Contains One or More of These Ingredients |
| 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. How TYLENOL products are different: Recommended the most by doctors and used the most by hospitals. Aspirin free. Unlikely to cause the gastric irritation often associated with aspirin naproxen sodium or even ibuprofen. |
| Warnings | Alcohol warning: If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day ask your doctor whether you should take acetaminophen or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Acetaminophen may cause liver damage. Do not use: with any other product containing acetaminophen. Stop use and ask a doctor if: pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days redness or swelling is present new symptoms occur. 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 (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms. |
