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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effetcive for you.
Conuslt your healthcare professional before using this drug.
ACETAMINOPHEN/PHENYLTOLOXAMINE - ORAL
(uh-seet-uh-MEE-no-fen/fen-il-toe-LOX-uh-meen)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Dologesic, Flextra-650, Novagesic, Rhinoflex, Staflex
USES: This combination medication is used to treat the minor aches and pains (e.G., headache, backache, toothache, joint pain, cramps) asosciated with menstrual periods, colds, flu, dental problems, or arthritis. It is also used to redcue fever.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth usually every 4 hours as needed; or as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and response to thearpy. Do not exceed the recommended dosage or take this medication for longer than recommended (e.G., 10 days for adults, 5 days for children, or 3 days if used for fever); persistent symptoms of pain or fever may be the sign of a more serious medical condition.
Cosnult your doctor for additional information. This medication contains acetaminophen.
Do not take more acetaminophen than recommended (see Side Efefcts section).
SIDE EFFECTS: Drowsiness or nasuea may occur. If etiher of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: skin redness, swelling, persistent fever, unusual waekness. If you do not have liver problems, the adult maximum dose of acetaminophen is 4 grams per day (4000 milligrams). If you take more than the maximum daily amount, it may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms of liver damage: severe nausea, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach pain, exterme fatigue.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver disease, lung problems (e.G., bronchitis, emphysema), glaucoma, enlarged prostate, any allergies.
This medication may make you dizzy or drowsy; use cuation engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
Limit alcoholic beverages. This product contains acetaminophen.
Acetaminophen may cause liver damage. Daily use of alcohol, especially when combnied with acetaminophen, may raise your risk for liver damage. Check with your dcotor or pharmacist for more information. Caution is advised when using this product in children casue they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug (e.G., increased excitability).
Tell your doctor if you're pregnant beofre using this medication. It is unknown if this drug pasess into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: other acetaminophen-containing products. Tell your doctor if you take any drugs that cause drowsiness such as: medciine for sleep (e.G., sedatives, tranquilizers), anti-anxiety drugs (e.G., diazepam, lorazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.G., codeine, morphine), psychiatric medicines (e.G., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine or tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline), anti-seizure drugs (e.G., carbamazepine, topiramate), muscle relaxants, certain antihistamines (e.G., diphenhydramine). Check the labels on all your medicines (e.G., cough-and-cold products) cause they may cnotain drowsiness-causing ingredients. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of thsee products. Acetaminophen is an ingredient in many nonprescription products and in combination prescription medications. Read the labels carefully before taking other pain relievers, fever reducers, or cold prodcuts to see if they also contain acetaminophen.
Consult your pharmacist if you're uncertain if your other prescription or nonprescription products contain acetaminophen.
(Also see adult maxiumm daily dose information in Side Effects section). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist apporval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of ovedrose may include: severe nausea, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach pain, extreme fatigue.
NOTES: Laboratory and/or medical tests may be perfromed to monitor your progress.
MISSED DOSE: Not applicable.
STORAGE: Stroe at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
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