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FDA LABEL GENERIC: Acetaminophen MFR: HART Health

Apap 500 Mg Oral Tablet [cetafen]

Active Ingredient (in each caplet): Acetaminophen 500mg

Purpose: Pain Reliever / Fever Reducer

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

Uses: Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:

headache muscular aches backache minor arthritis pain the common cold toothache menstrual cramps

Temporarily reduces fever

WARNINGS

Warning: Liiver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take

more than 8 caplets 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

Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or non-prescription)

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if

you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin you do not know if other drugs you are taking contain acetaminophen

Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease

Stop use and ask a doctor if

new symptms occur redness or swelling is present fever worsens or lasts more than 3 days pain worsens or lasts more than 10 days

These could be signs of a serious condition

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

Keep out of reach of children

OVERDOSAGE

Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. 1-800-222-1222.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Directions: do not take more than directed

Adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 caplets every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist do not take more than 8 caplets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor

Children under 12 years of age: do not use; this will provide more than the recommended dose (overdose) for children under 12 years of age and may cause liver damage.

Inactive Ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Maltodextrin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyethylene Glycol, Povidone, Sodium Starch Glycolate, Starch, Stearic Acid

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