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Childrens Acetaminophen

Dosage form
SUSPENSION
Labeler
We Care Distributors Inc.
Label updated
2016-08-17
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
Acetaminophen
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active Ingredient (in each 5 mL)

Acetaminophen 160 mg

Purpose

Acetaminophen.............................Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses
  • temporarily reduces fever
  • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
  • the common cold 
  • flu 
  • headache 
  • sore throat 
  • toothache
Warnings

Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes:
• more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
• with other drugs containing acetaminophen
Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.

Do not use
  • 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 your child is allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this this product.
Ask a doctor before use if your child has

liver disease.

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 (see overdose warning)

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• new symptoms occur
• redness or swelling is present
• pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
These could be signs of a serious condition.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Overdose Warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of accidental overdose, seek
professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately. Quick medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or
symptoms.

Directions

• this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use.
• shake well before using

• mL = milliliter
• find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
• use only enclosed dosing cup designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
• repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last
• do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours
• do not give more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor

Weight (lb.)                     Age (yrs.)                     Dose (mL*)
under 24                          under 2                      ask a doctor
24-35                                 2-3                             5 mL
36-47                                 4-5                             7.5 mL
48-59                                 6-8                             10 mL
60-71                                 9-10                           12.5 mL
72-95                                 11                              15 mL

* always check with your doctor before administering medicine to your infant/child

Other information
  • each teaspoon (mL) contains: Sodium 3 mg
  • store between 150-300C (590-860F)
  • Protect from freezing
  • Protect from light
Inactive Ingredients

butylparaben, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cellulose, citric acid, corn syrup, FD&C red #40, flavor, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium saccharin, sorbitol, sucralose, xanthan gum

Questions or Comments?

1-888-705-WECARE (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm EST) or www.wecaredistributor.com

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Compare to the active ingredient in Children's Tylenol®*
Children's Pain Relief
Suspension Liquid
Cherry Flavor
For ages 2 to 11
2 FL OZ (60 mL)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: d073053e-5789-4bce-9246-cac0ada63c31 · Version 2
NDC: 70005-041