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Medique Apap

Generic: Acetaminophen

OTC
Pain relieverAlso: Medi-First Non-Aspirin, Medi-First Plus Non-Aspirin✓ FDA-verified
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Medique Apap is a medication that helps relieve minor aches and pains, such as headaches, muscle aches, arthritis pain, backaches, toothaches, and cramps, while also reducing fever. It works by blocking pain signals in the brain. Adults and children aged 12 and over can take 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours, but should not exceed 10 tablets in a day or use it for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor. A key warning is that taking too much can lead to severe liver damage, especially if you also consume three or more alcoholic drinks daily. If you are taking the blood thinner warfarin, it's important to talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication.

Uses

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

Dosage

Adults and children (12 years and over): take 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms last.
Do not take more than 10 tablets 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: ask a doctor.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.

Side effects

Common

Skin reddeningBlistersRashPain worsening after 10 daysFever worsening after 3 days

Serious

Severe liver damage
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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

  • Contains acetaminophen; do not exceed 4,000 mg in 24 hours.
  • Do not use with other drugs containing acetaminophen.
  • Avoid 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily while using this product.
  • Stop use if skin reactions occur.
  • Ask a doctor if you have liver disease.

Drug interactions

  • Warfarinincreased risk of bleedingMonitor

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