Percogesic Extra Strength

Percogesic Extra Strength Recall

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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.

Overdose

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.

Ask a doctor before use

if the user has liver disease.

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.

Do not use

with 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.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use

if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.

When using this product

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.

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.

Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.

Ask a doctor before use

if the user has liver disease.

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.

Do not use

with 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.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use

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

There is currently no legal information available for this drug.

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

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