dg health childrens pain and fever
Acetaminophen · Suspension · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each 5 mL) Acetaminophen 160 mg
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer
Uses
Uses temporarily:
• reduces fever
• relieves minor aches and pains due to:
• the common cold
• flu
• headache
• sore throat
• toothache
Warnings
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 has ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients 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 even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Do not use
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 has ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if your child has liver disease
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
When using this product
When using this product do not exceed recommended dose (see overdose warning)
Stop use and ask a doctor
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
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 even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
Directions
• this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
• do not give more than directed (see overdose warning)
• shake well before using
• mL = milliliter
• find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
• remove the child protective cap and squeeze your child’s dose into the dosing cup
• repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last
• do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (mL)* under 24 under 2 years ask a doctor 24-35 2-3 years 5 mL 36-47 4-5 years 7.5 mL 48-59 6-8 years 10 mL 60-71 9-10 years 12.5 mL 72-95 11 years 15 mL *or as directed by a doctor Attention: use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
Other information
Other information
• each 5 mL contains: sodium 3 mg
• store at 20-25 ° C (68-77 ° F)
• do not use if printed neckband is broken or missing
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients anhydrous citric acid, butylparaben, calcium sulfate, carrageenan, D&C red #33, FD&C blue #1, flavor, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, hydroxyethyl cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose and carboxymethylcellulose sodium, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, tribasic sodium phosphate
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-888-309-9030
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Dolgencorp, LLC (revised May 22, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Acetaminophen in 3 products
dg health childrens pain and fever NDC products (3)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55910-010 | Acetaminophen 160 mg/5mL Suspension | Dolgencorp Inc | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 55910-738 | Acetaminophen 160 mg/5mL Suspension | Dolgencorp Inc | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 55910-251 | Acetaminophen 160 mg/5mL Suspension | Dolgencorp, LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
dg health childrens pain and fever recalls
- D-0590-2022 Mar 2, 2022 · Class II · Terminated
CGMP Deviations: Products were manufactured with contaminated excipient that was recalled from the excipient supplier.
Frequently asked questions
What is dg health childrens pain and fever used for?
Uses temporarily: • reduces fever • relieves minor aches and pains due to: • the common cold • flu • headache • sore throat • toothache
Who makes dg health childrens pain and fever?
dg health childrens pain and fever is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Dolgencorp Inc, Dolgencorp, LLC.
Has dg health childrens pain and fever been recalled?
The FDA enforcement database lists 1 recall for dg health childrens pain and fever, most recently D-0590-2022 (class ii): CGMP Deviations: Products were manufactured with contaminated excipient that was recalled from the excipient supplier.