OTC Medication Information: Arthritis 8 Hour
ARTHRITIS 8 HOUR- acetaminophen tablet, film coated, extended release
Safeway Inc.
ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH CAPLET)
PURPOSE
USES
- temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
- muscular aches
- backache
- headache
- toothache
- minor pain of arthritis
- temporarily reduces fever
WARNINGS
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
- more than 6 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 nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
- if you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product.
- if you have difficulty swallowing large tablets or capsules. People over 65 may have difficulty swallowing these tablets.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
Taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- 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
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 (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
- do not take more than directed (see overdose warning)
adults and children 12 years and over take 2 caplets every 8 hours with water
swallow whole — do not crush, chew or dissolve
do not take more than 6 caplets in 24 hours
do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctorchildren under 12 years do not use
OTHER INFORMATION
- store at 20 — 25° C (68 — 77° F). Avoid excessive heat 40° C (104° F).
- see end panel for batch number and expiration date
- TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SEAL IS BROKEN OR MISSING FROM BOTTLE.
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, pregelatinized starch, propylene glycol, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide
QUESTIONS?
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
Compare to Tylenol ® 8 Hour active ingredient †
- For up to 8 Hour Relief of Minor Muscle Aches & Pain
DO NOT USE WITH OTHER MEDICINES CONTAINING ACETAMINOPHEN
100 CAPLETS * 650 mg EACH ( * capsule-shaped tablets)
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Labeler — Safeway Inc. (009137209) |
Registrant — Ohm Laboratories Inc. (051565745) |
Establishment | |||
Name | Address | ID/FEI | Operations |
Ohm Laboratories Inc. | 184769029 | manufacture (21130-336) |
Revised: 09/2012 Safeway Inc.
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