Acetaminophen

Manufacturer: WALGREEN CO.
Effective date: 2025-12-19
Label type: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version: 12
Source: full-release
Hydrated at: 2026-06-01 01:27:22

Label at a glance#

ProductAcetaminophen

Active ingredientACETAMINOPHEN

Label structure21 sections

Indications and uses

■ temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: ■ headache ■ muscular aches ■ backache ■ minor pain of arthritis ■ toothache ■ he common cold ■ premenstrual and menstrual cramps ■ temporarily reduces fever

Dosage and administration

■ do not take more than directed (see overdose warning) 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 more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor children under 12 years ■ ask a doctor

Storage and handling

■ store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). See USP Controlled Room Temperature ■ avoid high humidity ■ see end panel for lot number and expiration date

Contacts and useful links#

PhonePoison Help1-800-222-1222

PhoneLabel contact1-877-770-3183

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

Purpose

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

■ temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
■ headache
■ muscular aches
■ backache
■ minor pain of arthritis
■ toothache
■ he common cold
■ premenstrual and menstrual cramps
■ temporarily reduces fever

Liver warning:

WARNINGS SECTION

This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take:
■ more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours
■ with other drugs containing acetaminophen
■ 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

Allergy alert

WARNINGS SECTION

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.

Do not use

OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION

■ with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure
whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist
■ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients

Ask a doctor before use if you have

OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION

liver disease.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION

taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

OTC - STOP USE SECTION

■ pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 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.

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of the reach of children.

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Overdose warning

OVERDOSAGE SECTION

In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Centerright away (1-800- 222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Directions

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

■ do not take more than directed (see overdose warning)
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 more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor

children under 12 years
■ ask a doctor

Other information

STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION

■ store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). See USP Controlled Room Temperature

■ avoid high humidity
■ see end panel for lot number and expiration date

Inactive Ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

ammonium hydroxide, black iron oxide, colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, D&C red #33, FD&C blue #1, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, hypromellose, iron oxide red, isopropyl alcohol, n-butyl alcohol, polyethylene glycol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, propylene glycol, shellac glaze, stearic acid, titanium dioxide, yellow iron Oxide.