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ACETAMINOPHEN

Dosage form
ELIXIR
Labeler
ATLANTIC BIOLOGICALS CORP.
Label updated
2020-09-02
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
ACETAMINOPHEN
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Active ingredient (in each 5 mL = 1 teaspoonful)

Acetaminophen 160 mg

Purpose

Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer

Uses

To reduce fever and for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains due to:

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

Temporarily reduces fever.

Warnings

Liver warning

This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if

  • •adult takes more than 6 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
  • •child takes more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • •adult has 3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday while using this product.

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 product

Ask a doctor before use if your child has

  • •liver disease
  • •is on a sodium-restricted diet.

Label information

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

Stop use and ask a doctor if:

  • •Pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days
  • •fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
  • •new symptoms occur.
  • •redness or swelling is present.

These could be signs of a serious condition.

Label information

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

Keep out of reach of children.

Overdose Warning:

taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage.

In case of overdose get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults/children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Directions
  • •shake well before using
  • •find the right dose on chart below, if possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age
  • •dosage may be repeated every 4 hours, or as directed by your doctor
  • •do not use more than 5 doses in 24 hours
  • •do not use more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor.
  • •find right dose on chart below, If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
Weight (lbs.)

Age (years)

dosage-teaspoonful (tsp.)

under 24

under 2

consult Physician

24 to 35

2 to 3

1 tsp. (5 mL)

36 to 47

4 to 5

1 1/2 tsp. (7.5 mL)

48 to 59

6 to 8

2 tsp. (10 mL)

60 to 71

9 to 10

2 1/2 tsp. (12.5 mL)

72 to 95

11

3 tsp. (15 mL)

Other information
  • •Store at room temperature 15°-30° C (59°-86°F)
  • •Protect from Freezing.
  • •Protect from Light.

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF BREAKAWAY BAND ON CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

Inactive Ingredients:

Grape Flavor, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Polyethylene Glycol 400, Purified Water, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Saccharin, Sorbitol Solution 70% & Sodium Benzoate.

How Supplied:

17856-5401-01 ACETAMINOPHEN - 48MG/1.5ML SYRINGE 120 UD
17856-5401-02 ACETAMINOPHEN - 64MG/2ML SYRINGE 120 UD
17856-5401-03 ACETAMINOPHEN - 96MG/3ML SYIRNGE 120 UD
17856-5401-04 ACETAMINOPHEN - 3.75 ML SYRINGE 48 ct UD
17856-5401-05 ACETAMINOPHEN - 5 ML CUP 72 ct UD
17856-5401-06 ACETAMINOPHEN - 192MG/6ML SYRINGE 48 ct UD
17856-5401-07 ACETAMINOPHEN - 240MG/7.5ML SYRINGE 48 ct UD
17856-5401-08 ACETAMINOPHEN - 325MG/10.15 ML CUP 72 ct UD
17856-5401-09 ACETAMINOPHEN - 480MG/15ML 50 CUP ct UD

Questions or Comments?

Call (877) 225-6999 Monday - Friday 9AM-5PM EST

Manufactured for
Akron Pharma, Inc.,
Fairfeld, NJ - 07004

Manufactured In USA

* This product is not manufactured or distributed by McNeil Consumer Healthcare, owner of the registered trademark Tylenol Elixir

Distributed by:

ATLANTIC BIOLOGICALS CORP.

Miami, FL 33179

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• Compare To Active ingredient of Children's Tylenol Elixir

Children's

Pain Relief

Pain Reliever and
Fever Reducer

Acetaminophen 160 mg per 5 ml Oral Elixir

• Alcohol Free

• Asprin Free

• For Ages 2 - 11 years

Grape Flavor

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

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DailyMed Set ID: e040616b-bdca-4f5d-9d43-6dc64dc425f1 · Version 1
NDC: 17856-5401