MedDataToolExtra Strength Acetaminophen Pm
Generic: Acetaminophen 500mg/ Diphenhydramine Hcl 25mg
Pain reliever✓ FDA-verified
View full FDA label ↗Extra Strength Acetaminophen PM is a medication used to help relieve occasional headaches and minor aches and pains, especially when they are keeping you awake at night. It works by reducing pain and helping you sleep better. Adults and children aged 12 years and older should take 2 caplets at bedtime, but you should not take more than 2 caplets in a 24-hour period. A key warning to keep in mind is that taking more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in a day, especially with other medications that contain acetaminophen, can lead to severe liver damage. Additionally, if you drink three or more alcoholic beverages daily, you should avoid using this medication.
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Uses
- Occasional headaches.
- Minor aches and pains.
- Sleeplessness.
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Dosage
Adults and children 12 years and over take 2 caplets at bedtime.
Do not take more than 2 caplets in 24 hours.
Children under 12 years do not use.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
Skin reddeningBlistersRash
Serious
Severe liver damage may occur with high doses
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Do not exceed 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.
- Stop use and seek medical help if a skin reaction occurs.
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Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).