Apap
Acetaminophen · Tablet · Oral
Active ingredient
Active Ingredient (in each caplet) Acetaminophen 500 mg
Purpose
Purpose Pain Reliever / Fever Reducer
Uses
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
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning: this product contains acetaminophen. The maximum daily dose of this product is 6 caplets (3,000 mg) in 24 hours. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours 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 non prescription). 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 Ask a doctor before use if the you have liver disease 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 redness or swelling is present new symptoms occur 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
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. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
Directions Do not take more than directed (see over dose warning) adults & children 12 years and over : take 2 caplets every 6 hours while symptoms last do not take more than 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor do not take for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor children under 12 years : ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Inactive Ingredients polyvinylpyrrolidone, pregelatinized corn starch, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid
Questions?
Questions or Comments Call 631-981-4600 8.30 am- 4.30 pm ET, Monday-Friday TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING Manufactured by: Advance Pharmaceutical, Inc. Holtsville, NY 11742
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Advance Pharmaceutical Inc. (revised Dec 22, 2017). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Acetaminophen in 4 products
Apap NDC products (4)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17714-013 | Acetaminophen 500 mg/1 Tablet | Advance Pharmaceutical Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL |
| 17714-014 | Acetaminophen 500 mg/1 Tablet | Advance Pharmaceutical Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL |
| 54738-040 | Acetaminophen 500 mg/1 Tablet | Richmond Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL |
| 54738-540 | Acetaminophen 500 mg/1 Tablet | Richmond Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL |
Frequently asked questions
What is Apap used for?
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
Who makes Apap?
Apap is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Advance Pharmaceutical Inc., Richmond Pharmaceuticals, Inc..