Percogesic Extra Strength
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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Liver Warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if:
- adult or child 12 years and older takes more than 8 caplets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
- taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen
- adult has 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product.
warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) could cause serious health problems, including liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms. Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
if the user has liver disease.
with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin.
- if the user is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.
if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.
- marked drowsiness may occur
- avoid alcoholic beverages
- alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may cause drowsiness
- may cause excitability, especially in children
- be careful driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery.
- pain persists for more than 10 days
- fever persists for more than 3 days (unless directed by a doctor)
- condition worsens or new symptoms occur
- redness or swelling is present.
These may be signs of a serious condition.
As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health care professional before using this product.
if the user has liver disease.
Do not usewith any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
Do not usewith any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use- if the user is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.
if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.
Stop use and ask a doctor if- pain persists for more than 10 days
- fever persists for more than 3 days (unless directed by a doctor)
- condition worsens or new symptoms occur
- redness or swelling is present.
These may be signs of a serious condition.
As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health care professional before using this product.
Legal Issues
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FDA Safety Alerts
There are currently no FDA safety alerts available for this drug.
Manufacturer Warnings
There is currently no manufacturer warning information available for this drug.
FDA Labeling Changes
There are currently no FDA labeling changes available for this drug.
Uses
for temporary relief of minor aches and pains due to:
- headache
- backache
- muscular aches
- arthritis pain
- colds
- flu
- fever
- toothache
- premenstrual and menstrual cramps
History
There is currently no drug history available for this drug.
Other Information
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Antihistamine
Sources
Percogesic Extra Strength Manufacturers
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Medtech Products Inc.
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Percogesic Extra Strength | Medtech Products Inc.
Adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 2 caplets every 6 hours. Maximum daily dose is 8 caplets. Children under 12 years of age: do not use this product in children under 12 years of age. This will provide more than the recommended dose (overdose) and could cause serious health problems.
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