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Acetaminophen

Dosage form
SOLUTION
Labeler
Acetris Pharma Holdings, LLC
Label updated
2026-05-13
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
ACETAMINOPHEN
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Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each 5 mL teaspoonful)

Acetaminophen, USP 160 mg

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:

  • headache
  • muscular aches
  • backache
  • arthritis
  • the common cold
  • toothache
  • menstrual cramps
  • reduces fever
Warnings

Label information

Liver Warning: This product contains acetaminophen.

Severe liver damage may occur if you take:

  • more than 8 teaspoonfuls (40 mL) in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

Allergy alert

Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions.

Symptoms may include:

  • skin reddening
  • blisters
  • rash

If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Ask a doctor before use

if you have health issues especially liver disease.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use

if you are taking other drugs, including the blood thinner warfarin.

Label information

Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

  • for more than 10 days for pain unless directed by a doctor
  • for more than 3 days for fever unless directed by a doctor
  • if you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • new symptoms occur such as rash, hives, itching or hoarseness
  • redness or swelling is present
  • pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
  • fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days
  • symptoms do not improve

These could be signs of a serious condition.

Label information

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Label information

Keep out of reach of children.  In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Directions

Do not exceed recommended dosage.

Label information

Overdose Warnings: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) can cause serious health problems, including liver damage.

  • adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) every 6 hours; do not exceed 8 teaspoonfuls (40 mL) in 24 hours
  • children under 12 years of age: Under the direct guidance of a licensed professional, doctor, or pharmacist.
Other information

If dispensed, dispense in a tight, light resistant container with a child-resistant cap.

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted between 15°C and 30°C (between 59°F and 86°F)

Inactive ingredients

Cherry Flavor, Citric Acid, FD&C Red No. 40, Glycerin, Polyethylene Glycol, Purified Water, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Citrate Dihydrate, Sodium Saccharin, Sorbitol.

Questions or comments?

1-833-395-6929

Distributed by:

Acetris Pharma Holdings, LLC

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Issued:05/2026

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL—118 mL Bottle Label

NDC 52343-555-12

Acetaminophen Oral Solution USP
160 mg/5 mL

Pain Reliever

Fever Reducer

Sugar Free

Alcohol Free

Aspirin Free

Cherry Flavor

4 fl. oz. (118 mL)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: dacbe2eb-f412-4629-a8ff-237c7fd10ab6 · Version 1
NDC: 52343-555