Generic name: Acetaminophen (oral)
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is Triaminic Fever & Pain?
Acetaminophen is used to reduce fever and relieve minor pain caused by conditions such as colds or flu, headache, muscle aches, arthritis, and menstrual cramps.
Acetaminophen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not take acetaminophen if you are allergic to it, or if you take other medications that contain acetaminophen.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you've ever had cirrhosis of the liver, or if you drink alcohol daily.
How should I use Triaminic Fever & Pain
Use Triaminic Fever & Pain (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. An acetaminophen overdose can damage your liver or cause death.
Do not give to a child younger than 12 years old without medical advice. extra-strength acetaminophen
A child's dose is based on age and weight. . Ask a doctor before giving this medicine to a child younger than 2 years. Carefully follow the dosing instructions provided with this medicine
Acetaminophen made for infants comes with its own medicine dropper or oral syringe. Measuring with the wrong device may cause an overdose. Use only the provided dosing device provided to measure an infant's dose.
Stop taking acetaminophen and call your doctor if:
Store at room temperature away from heat and moisture.
- Adults and teenagers at least 12 years old: Do not take more than 1000 milligrams (mg) at one time or more than 4000 mg in 24 hours.
- Children younger than 12 years old: Do not take more than 5 doses of children's formula acetaminophen in 24 hours.
- you still have a sore throat after 2 days of use;
- you still have a fever after 3 days of use;
- you still have pain after 7 days of use (or 5 days if treating a child);
- you have a skin rash, ongoing headache, nausea, vomiting, redness or swelling; or
- your symptoms get worse, or if you have any new symptoms.
Acetaminophen comes in many different forms such as capsules, liquid, chewable or disintegrating tablets, and dissolving powders or granules. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you need help. Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine.
Taking acetaminophen may cause false results with certain blood glucose monitors. If you have diabetes, ask your doctor about the best way to monitor your blood sugar levels while using acetaminophen.
Acetaminophen is used when needed. If you are on a dosing schedule, skip any missed dose. use two doses at one time. Do not
Triaminic Fever & Pain side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. signs of an allergic reaction:
In rare cases, acetaminophen may cause a severe skin reaction that can be fatal,Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor right away if you have skin redness or a rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling. even if you took acetaminophen in the past and had no reaction.
Stop taking acetaminophen and call your doctor at once if you have signs of liver problems:
- stomach pain (upper right side);
- loss of appetite;
- tiredness, itching;
- dark urine, clay-colored stools; or
- jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Triaminic Fever & Pain?
Avoid using other medicines that may contain acetaminophen.
Avoid drinking alcohol.