Pain Reliever Extra Strength

Generic: Acetaminophen

OTC

Pain reliever✓ FDA-verified

Pain Reliever Extra Strength is a medication that temporarily helps relieve minor aches and pains, such as headaches, backaches, toothaches, and menstrual cramps, and it can also reduce fever. It works by blocking pain signals in the brain. For adults and children aged 12 and over, it is taken as 2 gelcaps every 6 hours while needed, but you should not exceed 6 gelcaps in a 24-hour period or use it for more than 10 days without a doctor's advice. A key warning to remember is that taking more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours can cause severe liver damage. If you are taking the blood thinner warfarin, it's important to consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication.

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Uses

headache. common cold. 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 gelcaps every 6 hours while symptoms last.

Do not take more than 6 gelcaps in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor.

Do not take 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.

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Side effects

Common

Skin reddeningBlistersRashNew symptoms occurPain gets worse or lasts more than 10 daysFever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days

Serious

Severe liver damage

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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

Contains acetaminophen; do not exceed 4,000 mg in 24 hours.
Avoid with 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily.
May cause severe skin reactions; stop use if symptoms occur.
Do not use if allergic to acetaminophen or inactive ingredients.
Ask a doctor if you have liver disease.
Ask a doctor before use if taking warfarin.

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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).