PAIN RELIEF by GERI-CARE PHARMACEUTICAL CORP
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 8, 2021.
Dosage form: suspension
Ingredients: ACETAMINOPHEN 160mg in 5mL
Labeler: GERI-CARE PHARMACEUTICAL CORP
NDC Code: 57896-180
Acetaminophen 160 mg
Pain reliever/Fever reducer
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.
This product contains acetaminophen.
Severe liver damage may occur if
- adult takes more than 6 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
- child takes more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
- taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen
- adults has 3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday while using this product
- with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or non-prescription). 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 a liver disease
- is on a sodium restricted diet
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
When using this product do not exceed recommended dose
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days
- 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 breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
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 even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
- find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
- dosage may be repeated every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor
- do not use more than 5 times in 24 hours
| Weight (lbs.) | Age (yrs.) | Dose (tsp or mL) |
|---|---|---|
| under 24 | under 2 | consult physician |
| 24-35 | 2-3 | 1 tsp (5 mL) |
| 36-47 | 4-5 | 1½ tsp (7.5 mL) |
| 48-59 | 6-8 | 2 tsp (10 mL) |
| 60-71 | 9-10 | 2½ tsp (12.5 mL) |
| 72-95 | 11 | 3 tsp or (15 mL) |
| over 95 | 12 to adult | 4 tsp (20 mL) |
- each teaspoon (5 mL) contains: sodium 7 mg
- Store at room temperature 15º - 30ºC (59º - 86ºF)
- Protect from Freezing.
- Protect from Light.
- for institutional use only
citric acid, FD&C red # 40, flavor, glycerin, PEG 400, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sodium saccharin, sorbitol, water.
| PAIN RELIEF
acetaminophen suspension |
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| Labeler - GERI-CARE PHARMACEUTICAL CORP (611196254) |
| Registrant - GERI-CARE PHARMACEUTICAL CORP (611196254) |
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