OTC Medication Information: Childrens TYLENOL
CHILDRENS TYLENOL- acetaminophen tablet, chewable
Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc.
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each chewable tablet)
Acetaminophen 160 mg
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Uses
- temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
- the common cold
- flu
- headache
- sore throat
- toothache
- temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Liver warning
This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes
- more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
- with other drugs containing acetaminophen
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.
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 nonprescription). 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
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 (see overdose warning)
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.
Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose warning
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
- this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use.
- do not give more than directed (see overdose warning)
- chew or crush tablets completely before swallowing; do not swallow tablets whole
- find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
- repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last
- do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours
Weight (lb) | Age (yr) | Dose (tablets) * |
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under 24 | under 2 years | ask a doctor |
24-35 | 2-3 years | 1 tablet |
36-47 | 4-5 years | 1½ tablets |
48-59 | 6-8 years | 2 tablets |
60-71 | 9-10 years | 2½ tablets |
72-95 | 11 years | 3 tablets |
Other information
- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid high humidity. Protect from light.
- do not use if neck band or foil inner seal imprinted with “TYLENOL” is broken or missing
Inactive ingredients
anhydrous citric acid, cellulose acetate, crospovidone, D&C red no. 7 calcium lake, dextrose, flavor, magnesium stearate, povidone, sucralose
Questions or comments?
call 1-800-458-1635 (toll-free) or 215-273-8755 (collect)
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
NDC 50580-521-24
Children’s
TYLENOL ®
Acetaminophen
Pain Reliever
Fever Reducer
Ibuprofen Free
Aspirin Free
Pain+Fever Ages 2-11
Chewables
Chew or crush tablets completely
before swallowing
160 mg
Per Tablet
24 Chewable Tablets
160 mg each
Actual Size
Bubble Gum Flavor
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Labeler — Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. (878046358) |
Revised: 03/2024 Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc.
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