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Amazon Basic Care Acetaminophen

Generic: Acetaminophen

OTC
Pain reliever✓ FDA-verified
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Amazon Basic Care Acetaminophen is a medication that helps relieve minor aches and pains, such as headaches, backaches, toothaches, and cramps, and it can also reduce fever. It works by blocking pain signals in the brain and lowering body temperature. Adults and children aged 12 and older should take 2 caplets every 6 hours while symptoms last, but they should not exceed 6 caplets in a 24-hour period or use it for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor. A key warning to keep in mind is that taking more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours can lead to severe liver damage, especially if you drink three or more alcoholic beverages daily while using it. If you are taking other medications that contain acetaminophen, be sure to check with your doctor to avoid exceeding the safe dosage.
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Uses

  • common cold. headache. backache. minor pain of arthritis. toothache. muscular aches. premenstrual cramps. menstrual cramps. fever.
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Dosage

Adults and children 12 years and over take 2 caplets every 6 hours while symptoms last.
Do not take more than 6 caplets 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 should ask a doctor.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects

Common

Skin reddeningBlistersRash

Serious

Severe liver damage if overdosed
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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

  • Do not take more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours.
  • Avoid using with other drugs containing acetaminophen.
  • Limit alcohol to less than 3 drinks daily while using this product.
  • Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions.

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Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).