Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes
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more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
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with other drugs containing acetaminophen
Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:
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skin reddening
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blisters
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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
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with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
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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
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pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days
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fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
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new symptoms occur
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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
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with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
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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
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this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
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do not give more than directed (see overdose warning)
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shake well before using
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mL = milliliter; tsp = teaspoonful
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find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
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remove the child protective cap and squeeze your child’s dose into the dosing cup
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repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last
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do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours
Weight (lb)
Age (yr)
Dose (mL or tsp)*
under 24
under 2 years
ask a doctor
24-35
2-3 years
5 mL (1 tsp)
36-47
4-5 years
7.5 mL (1 ½ tsp)
48-59
6-8 years
10 mL (2 tsp)
60-71
9-10 years
12.5 mL (2 ½ tsp)
72-95
11 years
15 mL (3 tsp)
*or as directed by a doctor
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Attention: use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
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for itching of skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes:
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adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
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children under 2 years of age: do not use, ask a doctor
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for external anal and genital itching, adults:
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when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly
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gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before applying
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apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
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children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Clobetasol propionate topical solution should be applied to the affected scalp areas twice daily, once in the morning and once at night. Clobetasol propionate topical solution is potent; therefore, treatment must be limited to 2 consecutive weeks and amounts greater than 50 mL/week should not be used.
Clobetasol propionate topical solution is not to be used with occlusive dressings.