Vicks PainQuil
Acetaminophen · Liquid · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each 30 mL) Acetaminophen 1000 mg
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever
Uses
Uses for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains associated with: sore throat headache muscular aches backache
Warnings
Warnings Liver warning : This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 3 doses (30 mL each) in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product 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. Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease a sodium-restricted diet 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. 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.
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.
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease a sodium-restricted diet
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
Stop use and ask a doctor
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.
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children.
Directions
Directions take only as directed do not exceed 3 doses (30 mL each) per day (24 hours) only use the dose cup provided adults & children 12 yrs & over 30 mL every 6 hours children under 12 yrs ask a doctor
Other information
Other information each 30 mL contains: sodium 93 mg do not exceed 25°C and do not refrigerate.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients alcohol, anhydrous citric acid, FD&C Red No. 40, flavor, polysorbate 20, propylene glycol, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, sorbitol, sucralose, water, xanthan gum
Questions?
QUESTIONS? 1-877-881-5813
Label text from the FDA structured product label by The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company (revised Jul 22, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Acetaminophen in 3 products
Vicks PainQuil NDC products (3)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69423-833 | Acetaminophen 1000 mg/30mL Liquid | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-349 | Acetaminophen 1000 mg/30mL Liquid | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-376 | Acetaminophen 500 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Vicks PainQuil used for?
Uses for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains associated with: sore throat headache muscular aches backache
Who makes Vicks PainQuil?
Vicks PainQuil is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company.