Liquid Acetaminophen

Uses

• temporarily relieves 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

Directions

• do not take more than directed
• find dose in chart below
• if possible, use weight to dose, otherwise use age
• dosage may be repeasted every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor
• do not give more than 5 doses in 24 hours

Weight (lbs)	under 24	24-35	36-47	48-59	60-71	72-95	over 95
Age (years)	under 2	2 to 3	4 to 5	6 to 8	9 to 10	11	12 to adult
Dosage Teaspoonful (tsp)	consult Physician	1 tsp (5 mL)	1 1/2 tsp (7.5 mL)	2 tsp (10 mL)	2 1/2 tsp (12.5 mL)	3 tsp (15 mL)	4 tsp (20 mL)

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

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